NHTSA Recall 11V315000: Column (steering)
CHRYSLER GROUP LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 11,096 vehicles. It affects 12 models including the Chrysler 200.
| NHTSA campaign | 11V315000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | L23 |
| Component | STEERING › COLUMN |
| Report received | June 8, 2011 |
| Owner notification | July 4, 2011 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2011dodge journey, jeep wrangler, chrysler 200, chrysler 200 convertible, dodge avenger, dodge nitro, jeep liberty, dodge caliber, jeep compass, jeep patriot, dodge grand caravan and chrysler town & country vehicles. Some of these vehicles may have been built with a missing or incorrectly installed steering column pivot rivet.
Safety risk
A missing or incorrectly installed rivet could compromise the ability of the steering column to support the occupant loads in the event of a frontal crash, decreasing the effectiveness of the frontal impact safety system. As a result, the condition may increase the potential for injury in a frontal crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect for rivet presence and alignment and repair the steering column pivot as required, free of charge. The safety recall began on july 4, 2011. Owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Notes
Chrysler's safety recall no. L23.owners 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 <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Vehicles covered by recall 11V315000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Chrysler 200 | 2011 |
| Chrysler 200 Convertible | 2011 |
| Chrysler Town and Country | 2011 |
| Dodge Avenger | 2011 |
| Dodge Caliber | 2011 |
| Dodge Grand Caravan | 2011 |
| Dodge Journey | 2011 |
| Dodge Nitro | 2011 |
| Jeep Compass | 2011 |
| Jeep Liberty | 2011 |
| Jeep Patriot | 2011 |
| Jeep Wrangler | 2011 |
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.