NHTSA Recall 12V042000: Electrical system: wiring and 3 other components
CHRYSLER GROUP LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 9,137 vehicles. It affects 2011–2012 Dodge Charger.
| NHTSA campaign | 12V042000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | M01 |
| Components | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › WIRING; EXTERIOR LIGHTING › HEADLIGHTS; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › WIRING › FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS; SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP › CONTROL UNIT/MODULE |
| Report received | February 7, 2012 |
| Owner notification | April 2, 2012 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2011 and 2012 dodge charger police vehicles. The low beam headlamps of some vehicles could fail due to an overheated bulb harness connector. Other vehicles may lose ABS/esc system function due to an overheated power distribution center.
Safety risk
This could lead to loss of visibility and/or braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners and dealers will replace the headlamp jumper harnesses and relocate the ABS/esc system fuse within the power distribution center, free of charge. The safety recall began on april 2, 2012. Owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Notes
Chrysler's recall number is m01.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 12V042000
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.