Chrysler 200 recalled over injury risk

Recall date

July 28, 2015

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) recalls 2015 Chrysler 200

Recall number

15V470000

Brand / firm

Chrysler

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 77,971 units

Why it was recalled

An intermittent loss of power to electrical components could cause a vehicle to stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2015 Chrysler 200 vehicles manufactured January 7, 2014, to September 23, 2014. The affected vehicles may have a Power Distribution Center (PDC) electrical connector that may cause intermittent power failures to certain electrical components.

What to do

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the C4 connector using a 12 wire split kit for 3.6L engines, or replace the transmission wiring harness for 2.4L engines, free of charge. The recall began on October 21, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R24.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.