NHTSA Recall 06V341000: Automatic transmission (power train)
DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 4,770 vehicles. It affects 8 models including the Chrysler 300.
| NHTSA campaign | 06V341000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | F43 |
| Component | POWER TRAIN › AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION |
| Report received | September 7, 2006 |
| Owner notification | October 2, 2006 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain passenger and sport utility vehicles and pickup trucks equipped with automatic transmissions, the software programmed into the powertrain control module can cause a momentary lock up of the drive wheels if the vehicle is traveling over 40 MPH and the operator shifts from drive to neutral and back to drive.
Safety risk
If the drive wheels locked up, loss of vehicle control could occur increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will reprogram the powertrain control module free of charge. The recall began on october 2, 2006. Owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Notes
Daimlerchrysler recall no. F43. Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 06V341000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Chrysler 300 | 2007 |
| Dodge Charger | 2007 |
| Dodge Dakota | 2007 |
| Dodge Durango | 2007 |
| Dodge Magnum | 2007 |
| Dodge Nitro 4X2 | 2007 |
| Dodge RAM 3500 | 2007 |
| Jeep Liberty | 2007 |
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.