Chrysler 300; Dodge Challenger, Charger; Mopar Powertrain Control Module (2014-2018): Power train
Recall 18E053000 · Jul 12, 2018 · Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
1,930
units affected
1,930
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 18E053000
- Date
- Jul 12, 2018
- Maker
- Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
- Units affected
- 1,930
- Kind
- Vehicle equipment
- Component
- Power train > Automatic transmission > Control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)
- Model years
- 2014-2018
- Started by
- The maker
- Hazard
- Crash risk
What is wrong
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain Mopar Stage 1 Kit Performance Packages Powertrain Control Modules (PCM) Part Numbers P5160023, P5160025, and Demon Crate PCM Part Number 68412287AA. The PCMs are being recalled to address a defect that could prevent the cruise control system from disengaging. If, when using cruise control, there is a short circuit within the vehicle's wiring, the driver may not be able to shut off the cruise control either by depressing the brake pedal or manually turning the system off once it has been engaged, resulting in either the vehicle maintaining its current speed or possibly accelerating.
What can happen
If the vehicle maintains its speed or accelerates despite attempts to deactivate the cruise control, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
The fix
Recall repairs are free of charge.
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will either perform a software update or replace the PCM, free of charge. The recall began July 26 , 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U82, and U83.
Vehicles covered
4 models, 11 model years in all
Related pages
Questions and answers
Which vehicles are in recall 18E053000?
4 models: Chrysler 300 (2014-2016), Dodge Challenger (2014-2016, 2018), Dodge Charger (2014-2016) and 1 more, about 1,930 vehicles in all.
What is the fix for recall 18E053000?
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will either perform a software update or replace the PCM, free of charge. The recall began July 26 , 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U82, and U83.
What can happen?
If the vehicle maintains its speed or accelerates despite attempts to deactivate the cruise control, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data; texts are shortened. A dealer can tell whether a single vehicle still needs the repair.