Component
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
What Happened
The Electronic Stability Control (ESC) system in your Dodge Journey helps keep you stable on the road by adjusting your brakes and engine. But in some 2012-2015 models, water can get into the wiring that controls this system, disabling it.
Risk if Unfixed
If the ESC system fails, your vehicle could become unstable, making it hard to steer or stop. This could increase the risk of a crash, especially on slippery or uneven roads.
Free Fix
Your dealer will seal the wiring to keep water out, replace the faulty ABS module, and fix any damaged headlamp and dash wiring. These repairs are completely free, and you should schedule them as soon as you get 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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