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NHTSA Recall 13V610000: Automatic transmission (power train)

Chrysler Group LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 4,194 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Chrysler 300.

4,194
vehicles potentially affected
3
models affected
2014
owners notified (March 31)
NHTSA campaign13V610000
Manufacturer campaignN65
ComponentPOWER TRAIN › AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Report receivedDecember 6, 2013
Owner notificationMarch 31, 2014
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2013 Chrysler 300 AWD, Dodge Charger AWD, and Dodge Ram 1500 4x4 vehicles equipped with ZF all wheel drive ("AWD") 8HP45 transmissions. In the affected vehicles, the transmission output shaft may fracture.

Safety risk

The transmission output shaft fracture could result in a loss of power, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, if the parking brake is not applied before exiting the vehicle, the vehicle may roll away despite the transmission being placed in 'Park'.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the transmissions, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on March 31, 2014. Customers may contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's recall number is N65.

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 13V610000

Make and modelModel years
Chrysler 3002013
Dodge Charger2013
RAM 15002013

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.