NHTSA recall 13V-552 (13V552000)
engine recall reported November 6, 2013 - about 521 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 13V552000
- Also written as
- 13V-552
- Manufacturer number
- N52
- Reported
- November 6, 2013
- Vehicles affected
- ~521
- Component
- engine
What is being recalled
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2013 Dodge Avenger and Chrysler 200, and model year 2014 Jeep Compass and Patriot vehicles equipped with 2.4L engines. Due to abrasive debris in the balance shaft bearings, these engines may have a loss of engine oil pressure, possibly resulting in an engine stall or engine failure.
Why it is dangerous
If the engine stalls while driving it may increase the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the engine balance shaft module, free of charge. The recall began on December 24, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N52.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 13V-552 when calling a dealer.
Affected 4 models
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.