NHTSA Recall 13V283000: Air bags and electrical system
Chrysler Group LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 224,264 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Chrysler Town and Country.
| NHTSA campaign | 13V283000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | N44 |
| Components | AIR BAGS; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM |
| Report received | July 2, 2013 |
| Owner notification | September 11, 2013 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2013 Town & Country, Dodge Grand Caravan, and RAM C/V Tradesman vehicles manufactured May 10, 2012, through June 7, 2013. A software error may result in the opposite side airbags deploying from the collision point (a left side impact would deploy the right side airbags and vice versa).
Safety risk
In the event of a crash, the wrong side airbags could deploy leaving the occupant with no airbag protection at the point of impact, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will flash the occupant restraint control module, free of charge. The recall began during September 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N44.
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 13V283000
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.