NHTSA Recall 13V282000: Air bags and electrical system
Chrysler Group LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 442,320 vehicles. It affects 5 models including the Chrysler 200.
| NHTSA campaign | 13V282000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | N38 |
| Components | AIR BAGS; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM |
| Report received | July 2, 2013 |
| Owner notification | November 19, 2013 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 Sebring and 200 vehicles manufactured June 28, 2011, through December 13, 2012; model year 2011-2013 Dodge Avenger vehicles manufactured June 25, 2011, through January 14, 2013; model year 2011-2012 Dodge Nitro vehicles manufactured June 17, 2011, through December 15, 2011; and model year 2011-2012 Jeep Liberty vehicles manufactured June 17, 2011, through August 15, 2012. Electrical over-stress of a resistor in the occupant restraint control module may lead to the non-deployment of the active head restraints during a rear impact collision.
Safety risk
In the event of a crash necessitating the deployment of the active head restraints , their non-deployment could increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will flash the Totally Integrated Power Module (TIPM) or replace the occupant restraint control module, as needed, free of charge. The recall began on November 19, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N38.
Notes
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 13V282000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Chrysler 200 | 2011, 2012, 2013 |
| Chrysler Sebring | 2011, 2012, 2013 |
| Dodge Avenger | 2011, 2012, 2013 |
| Dodge Nitro | 2011, 2012 |
| Jeep Liberty | 2011, 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.