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NHTSA recall 09E043000

Equipment · Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

July 7, 2009report date
30,351units affected
Equipment recalltype
Details

What's wrong: These filters may develop a leak in the hose assembly and/or connectors due to improperly adhered line connectors.

Why it matters: This condition may result in a vehicle fire.

The fix: The affinia group will notify owners and the filters will be replaced free of charge. The safety recall began on August 1, 2009.

Affected vehicles on MotorDeets

All model years NHTSA lists

year not stated Affinia Carquest, year not stated Affinia Napa, year not stated Affinia Wix, 1998 Chrysler Cirrus, 1999 Chrysler Cirrus, 2000 Chrysler Cirrus, 1999 Chrysler Sebring, 2000 Chrysler Sebring, 1998 Dodge Stratus, 1999 Dodge Stratus, 2000 Dodge Stratus, 1998 Plymouth Breeze, 1999 Plymouth Breeze, 2000 Plymouth Breeze, year not stated Wix 88-97291.

Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 09E043000.

Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.