NHTSA recall 17V-431 (17V431000)
power train recall reported July 7, 2017 - about 7,802 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 17V431000
- Also written as
- 17V-431
- Manufacturer number
- T41
- Reported
- July 7, 2017
- Vehicles affected
- ~7,802
- Component
- power train
What is being recalled
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017 Dodge Challenger vehicles equipped with 5.7L V8 engines and eight-speed automatic transmissions. The transmission may not remain in the PARK position if that gear is selected, the engine is still running, and the driver exits the vehicle exited.
Why it is dangerous
If the vehicle is exited without the transmission remaining in the PARK position and without the parking brake set, the vehicle may roll, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the transmission control module software, free of charge. The recall began 28, 2017. Owners may the Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T41.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 17V-431 when calling a dealer.
Affected 1 model
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.