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NHTSA Recall 13V103000: Electrical system: front underhood

Do not drive Chrysler Group LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 4,051 vehicles. It affects 2013 Dodge Challenger.

4,051
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2013
owners notified (March 22)
NHTSA campaign13V103000
Manufacturer campaignN18
ComponentELECTRICAL SYSTEM › WIRING › FRONT UNDERHOOD
Report receivedMarch 21, 2013
Owner notificationMarch 22, 2013
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2013 Dodge Challenger vehicles manufactured from December 3, 2012, through January 24, 2013 and equipped with a V6 engine. The battery positive cable at the starter motor may experience an electrical short circuit to ground.

Safety risk

A short circuit could lead to a vehicle fire.

Remedy

Chrysler has begun notifying owners and they are being advised to immediately refrain from driving their vehicles and to contact their dealers. Chrysler Group further advises affected owners not to park their vehicles in, or near, any structures. Dealers will replace the under hood starter cable assembly, free of charge. The recall notification began on March 22, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753.

Notes

Chrysler's recall campaign number is N18.Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Vehicles covered by recall 13V103000

Make and modelModel years
Dodge Challenger2013

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.