NHTSA Recall 12V004000: Pressure monitoring and regulating systems (tires)
CHRYSLER GROUP LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 303 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Chrysler 300.
| NHTSA campaign | 12V004000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | L43 |
| Component | TIRES › PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS |
| Report received | January 6, 2012 |
| Owner notification | March 2, 2012 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2012 dodge charger srt8 and the chrysler 300 srt8 vehicles manufactured from may 2, 2011, through november 17, 2011, for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 138, "tire pressure monitoring system" (TPMS). As built, the TPMS does not warn the driver when a tire is 25 percent below the recommended pressure. The recalled vehicles notify the customers when the tire pressure reaches 22 PSI rather than the required 24 PSI.
Safety risk
Underinflated tires can result in tire overloading and overheating, which could lead to a blowout and possible crash.
Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners and dealers will reprogram the vehicles TPMS. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on march 2, 2012. Owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Notes
Chrysler's safety recall number is l43.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 12V004000
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.