NHTSA Recall 11V487000: Engine and engine cooling
CHRYSLER GROUP LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 667 vehicles. It affects 7 models including the Chrysler 200.
| NHTSA campaign | 11V487000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | L33 |
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING |
| Report received | September 29, 2011 |
| Owner notification | December 28, 2011 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2012 chrysler vehicles, including 200 and town and country models, dodge vehicles, including charger, durango, grand caravan and journey models and jeep grand cherokee vehicles manufactured from august 31, 2011, through september 13, 2011, that are equipped with 3.6l engines. These engines may experience connecting rod bearing failure due to debris inside the engine block.
Safety risk
Connecting rod failure may lead to engine seizure which may increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners and replace the engine free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or about november 18, 2011. Owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Notes
This is chrysler safety recall number l33.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 11V487000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Chrysler 200 | 2012 |
| Chrysler Town and Country | 2012 |
| Dodge Charger | 2012 |
| Dodge Durango | 2012 |
| Dodge Grand Caravan | 2012 |
| Dodge Journey | 2012 |
| Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2012 |
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.