Component
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
What Happened
The Electronic Stability Control (ESC) in your Dodge Journey is a system that helps you stay in control on slippery roads. It's made up of several parts, including the Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) module. Water can get into this module through the wiring harness and cause it to fail.
Risk if Unfixed
If the ABS or ESC fails, your vehicle could become unstable, making it harder to steer, brake, or accelerate. This could increase the risk of a crash, especially on wet or slippery roads.
Free Fix
Your authorized Chrysler dealer will seal the wiring harness to keep water out and replace the ABS module, as well as fix any damaged wiring in the headlamp and dash area. This repair is free of charge, and you should schedule it as soon as you receive the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2012-2015 Dodge Journey vehicles manufactured April 21, 2012, to April 14, 2015. In the affected vehicles, water may enter the wiring harness for the Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) module and leak into the module, disabling the ABS and/or the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) system.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the ABS or ESC is disabled, a loss of vehicle stability could occur, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will seal the ABS wiring harness to prevent water from entering and will replace the ABS module and repair the headlamp and dash wiring harness, as necessary. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on December 21, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R61.
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