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NHTSA recall 17V-097 (17V097000)

power train recall reported February 14, 2017 - about 69,298 vehicles affected.

NHTSA campaign number
17V097000
Also written as
17V-097
Manufacturer number
T03
Reported
February 14, 2017
Vehicles affected
~69,298
Component
power train

What is being recalled

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2017 Dodge Charger and Chrysler 300 vehicles equipped with all-wheel drive (AWD). The front driveshaft bolts may loosen and allow the front driveshaft to disconnect, potentially causing a loss of motive power.

Why it is dangerous

A loss of motive power can increase the risk of a crash.

The fix (free at any franchised dealer)

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace all eight front driveshaft bolts, free of charge. The recall began April 7, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T03.

Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 17V-097 when calling a dealer.

Affected 2 models

Chrysler 300 - 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017
Dodge Charger - 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017

Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.

Is YOUR car included? A campaign rarely covers every single vehicle of a model year. Check your exact car by its 17-character VIN with the free VIN decoder and recall check.

Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.