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2018 DODGE Challenger

4 recalls Risk Grade: B- Most severe issue: Critical

All recalls are free to repair at your local dealership. Contact your dealer to schedule service.

Known Safety Recalls

Critical #18E053000 Plain English
Component

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)

Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
What Happened
The powertrain control module in your vehicle is like the brain of the automatic transmission. It helps you control your speed with cruise control. But in certain cases, this module could malfunction and make it hard to turn off the cruise control.
Risk if Unfixed
If the cruise control gets stuck on, and you can't turn it off, your vehicle could keep going at the same speed or even accelerate. This increases the risk of a crash, especially in heavy traffic or on the highway.
Free Fix
Your Chrysler dealer will either update the control module's software or replace it entirely, all free of charge. You'll be notified when the repair is ready, and you should schedule it as soon as you can.
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Original — What Happened
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain Mopar Stage 1 Kit Performance Packages Powertrain Control Modules (PCM) Part Numbers P5160023, P5160025, and Demon Crate PCM Part Number 68412287AA. The PCMs are being recalled to address a defect that could prevent the cruise control system from disengaging. If, when using cruise control, there is a short circuit within the vehicle's wiring, the driver may not be able to shut off the cruise control either by depressing the brake pedal or manually turning the system off once it has been engaged, resulting in either the vehicle maintaining its current speed or possibly accelerating.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the vehicle maintains its speed or accelerates despite attempts to deactivate the cruise control, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will either perform a software update or replace the PCM, free of charge. The recall began July 26 , 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U82, and U83.
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Critical #18V280000 Plain English
Component

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
What Happened
A small part in your vehicle's transmission called the park lock rod might be incorrectly installed, which could affect the gearshift's ability to lock into 'PARK'.
Risk if Unfixed
If this part is faulty, your vehicle may roll away unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
You'll receive a notification from Chrysler, and a free repair will be done by a dealership to install the correct park lock rod.
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Original — What Happened
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Dodge Charger, Durango and Challenger, Jeep Grand Cherokee and Wrangler, Chrysler 300, and RAM 1500 vehicles. An incorrect transmission park lock rod may have been installed in the transmission.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the incorrect park lock rod is installed, the transmission may not shift into 'PARK' and keep the vehicle from moving, increasing the risk of unintended vehicle movement and the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install the correct park lock rod, free of charge. The recall began June 28, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U43.
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Moderate #18V524000 Plain English
Component

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOOD

Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
What Happened
There's a potential problem with the electrical system in your vehicle, specifically the wiring in the front underhood area. The powertrain control module, which helps your vehicle start and run properly, might have a faulty voltage regulator chip that could fail.
Risk if Unfixed
If this happens, your vehicle may stall while you're driving, which increases the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Chrysler will replace the powertrain control module for free, and you can have this done at a dealership starting October 2, 2018.
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Original — What Happened
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Renegade, Compass and Grand Cherokee, RAM 1500 and Promaster, Fiat 500x, Dodge Journey, Challenger, Charger and Durango and Chrysler 300x vehicles, 2017-2018 Jeep Wrangler, Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler Town and Country vehicles and 2018-2019 Jeep Cherokee and 2018 Chrysler Pacifica and Pacifica Hybrid vehicles. The powertrain control module may be equipped with a voltage regulator chip in the circuit board that may fail, causing a stall or a no start condition.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A vehicle stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began October 2, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U87.
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Moderate #18V332000 Plain English
Component

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
What Happened
The wiring in your vehicle is like a complex network of roads that let different systems communicate with each other. In some 2014-2018 models, a short circuit in this wiring could stop the cruise control system from turning off when you need it to.
Risk if Unfixed
If the cruise control gets stuck on and you can't turn it off, your vehicle could keep going at the same speed or even speed up, even if you're trying to slow down. This could lead to a crash.
Free Fix
Your Chrysler dealer will update the software in your vehicle's engine or powertrain control module, which will fix the problem and let you use cruise control safely. The repair is free, and you'll be notified when it's time to schedule it.
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Original — What Happened
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Dodge Journey, Charger and Durango, RAM 2500, 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis (more than 10,000lb), 4500 Cab Chassis and 5500 Cab Chassis, Jeep Cherokee and Grand Cherokee and Chrysler 300, 2014-2019 RAM 1500, 2015-2018 Dodge Challenger, 2015-2017 Chrysler 200, 2016-2018 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis (less than 10,000 lb), 2017-2018 Chrysler Pacifica and 2018 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. These vehicles are being recalled to address a defect that could prevent the cruise control system from disengaging. If, when using cruise control, there is a short circuit within the vehicle's wiring, the driver may not be able to shut off the cruise control either by depressing the brake pedal or manually turning the system off once it has been engaged, resulting in either the vehicle maintaining its current speed or possibly accelerating.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the vehicle maintains its speed or accelerates despite attempts to deactivate the cruise control, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the software, and perform a software flash on the engine or powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began June 4, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Note: Owners are advised to stop using cruise control until the software update has been performed. In the event that cruise control cannot be disengaged while driving, owners should firmly and steadily apply the brakes and shift the transmission to neutral, placing the vehicle in park once it has stopped.
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POWER TRAIN
2 recalls
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
2 recalls

Other DODGE Challenger Years

2019
3 recalls
2017
3 recalls
2016
2 recalls
2015
6 recalls
2014
5 recalls
2013
5 recalls
2012
6 recalls
2011
6 recalls
2010
7 recalls
2009
7 recalls
2008
3 recalls

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