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NHTSA Recall 08V528000: Power train: control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)

CHRYSLER LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 712 vehicles. It affects 6 models including the Chrysler Sebring.

712
vehicles potentially affected
6
models affected
2008
owners notified (November 10)
NHTSA campaign08V528000
Manufacturer campaignH33
ComponentPOWER TRAIN › AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION › CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
Report receivedOctober 9, 2008
Owner notificationNovember 10, 2008
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Chrysler is recalling 712 my 2009 sebring, dodge caliber, avenger, journey, jeep patriot, and compass vehicles. A new adhesive used in the power train control module (PCM) manufacturing process can cause the printed circuit board to break.

Safety risk

This can cause the engine to stall and cause a crash without warning.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the PCM free of charge. The recall began on november 10, 2008. Owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

Notes

Chrysler recall no. H33.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 08V528000

Make and modelModel years
Chrysler Sebring2009
Dodge Avenger2009
Dodge Caliber2009
Dodge Journey2009
Jeep Compass2009
Jeep Patriot2009

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.