NHTSA recall 15V-222 (15V222000)
power train recall reported April 15, 2015 - about 43,939 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 15V222000
- Also written as
- 15V-222
- Manufacturer number
- R13
- Reported
- April 15, 2015
- Vehicles affected
- ~43,939
- Component
- power train
What is being recalled
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2006 Dodge Viper and Jeep Wrangler and Liberty vehicles manufactured July 1, 2005, to July 31, 2006. In the affected vehicles, the springs within the clutch pedal position switch that prevents the vehicle from starting unless the clutch pedal is pushed down may break. As a result, the vehicle may not be started when the clutch pedal is pushed down or the engine may crank and start without the clutch pedal being pushed down causing the vehicle to unexpectedly lurch.
Why it is dangerous
If the vehicle unexpectedly moves there is an increased risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the clutch ignition interlock switch, free of charge. The recall began on August 31, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R13.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 15V-222 when calling a dealer.
Affected 2 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.