NHTSA CAMPAIGN #: 15V178000
MAKE: DODGE
MODEL: VIPER
YEAR: 2013 / 2014
MFR CAMPAIGN #: R14
COMPONENT DESCRIPTION: STRUCTURE
MANUFACTURER: CHRYSLER GROUP LLC
BEGIN DATE OF MANUFACTURING: 20121001
END DATE OF MANUFACTURING: 20140206
POTENTIAL # OF UNITS AFFECTED: 1,451
MANUFACTURERS OF RECALLED VEHICLES/PRODUCTS: CHRYSLER GROUP LLC
REPORT RECEIVED DATE: 20150327
RECORD CREATION DATE: 20150415
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FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD #:
DEFECT SUMMARY:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION:
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Dodge Viper vehicles manufactured October 1, 2012, to February 6, 2014. Moisture may get into the door switch, resulting in the driver or passenger door opening unexpectedly while the vehicle is in motion.
CONSEQUENCE SUMMARY:
If the driver or passenger door opens unexpectedly while the vehicle is in motion, there is an increased risk of a crash and injury.
CORRECTIVE SUMMARY:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the door handle assemblies and top covers, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 18, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R14.
RECALL NOTES:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to
www.safercar.gov.
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