Electrical system: alternator/generator/regulator
- Component
- Electrical system: alternator/generator/regulator
- Manufacturer
- Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
- Vehicles affected
- 17,116
- Reported to NHTSA
- 2017-11-21
- Owners notified
- 2017-12-15
Defect description
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014 Dodge Challenger, Charger, Durango, Chrysler 300, and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles equipped with a 3.6L engine and a 160 amp alternator. In the affected vehicles, the alternator may suddenly fail.
Safety risk
If the alternator fails, the vehicle may stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the alternator, free of charge. The recall began December 15, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T75.