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NHTSA Recall 03V443000: Fuel pump (fuel system)

DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 5,911 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Chrysler Sebring.

5,911
vehicles potentially affected
2
models affected
2003
owners notified (December 15)
NHTSA campaign03V443000
Manufacturer campaignC38
ComponentFUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE › DELIVERY › FUEL PUMP
Report receivedNovember 4, 2003
Owner notificationDecember 15, 2003
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

On certain passenger vehicles, the fuel return line hose fitting on the electric fuel pump may be restricted, causing excessive fuel pressure to build up in the fuel injection system. Excessive fuel pressure may result in a leak in the fuel return hose.

Safety risk

Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect the fuel pump pressure. Those vehicles exhibiting higher than normal fuel pump pressure will receive fuel pump modifications. Owner notification began on december 15, 2003. Owners should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-992-1997.

Notes

Daimlerchrysler recall no. C38.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Vehicles covered by recall 03V443000

Make and modelModel years
Chrysler Sebring2003, 2004
Dodge Stratus2003, 2004

Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.