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2007 Chrysler 300

Component

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock:Control Unit/Module

Consequence of Defect

on certain vehicles, the antilock brake system (abs) control module software may cause the rear brakes to lock up during certain braking conditions.

Corrective Action

this could result in a loss of vehicle control and cause a crash without warning.

Recall Notes

dealers will reprogram the abs electronic control unit. the recall began on february 19, 2007. owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

2007 Chrysler 300

Component

Power Train:Automatic Transmission

Consequence of Defect

on certain passenger and sport utility vehicles and pickup trucks equipped with automatic transmissions, the software programmed into the powertrain control module can cause a momentary lock up of the drive wheels if the vehicle is traveling over 40 mph and the operator shifts from drive to neutral and back to drive.

Corrective Action

if the drive wheels locked up, loss of vehicle control could occur increasing the risk of a crash.

Recall Notes

dealers will reprogram the powertrain control module free of charge. the recall began on october 2, 2006. owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

2006 Chrysler 300

Component

Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Consequence of Defect

certain passenger vehicles equipped with 2.7 liter engines and mk25e braking systems may exhibit inadequate clearance between the rear brake tubes and the exhaust gas recirculation tube. contact between the brake tubes and exhaust gas recirculation tube over an extended period of time may cause the brake tubes to wear through and cause a brake fluid leak.

Corrective Action

this can result in a decrease of braking force and the potential for an engine compartment fire.

Recall Notes

dealers will inspect the rear brake tubes for damage and replace them free of charge. a clip will also be installed to secure the brake tubes to the right front shock tower to maintain proper clearance to the exhaust gas recirculation tube. the recall began on june 26, 2006. owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

2006 Chrysler 300

Component

Power Train:Automatic Transmission

Consequence of Defect

on certain pickup trucks, sport utility and passenger vehicles equipped with 42rle automatic transmissions, the cup plug that retains the park pawl anchor shaft may be improperly installed. if the shaft moves out of position, the vehicle may not be able to achieve 'park' position.

Corrective Action

if this occurs and the parking brake is not applied, the vehicle may roll away and cause a crash without warning.

Recall Notes

dealers will inspect the transmissions and install a bracket to ensure the park pawl anchor shaft is retained in the proper position. the recall began on november 28, 2005. owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

2005 Chrysler 300

Component

Seat Belts:Front

Consequence of Defect

on certain passenger vehicles, the front shoulder belt adjustable turning loop (atl) bolts may not have been properly tightened.

Corrective Action

this could cause shoulder belt separation in certain crash conditions, which can increase the risk of injury to front seat occupants.

Recall Notes

dealers will tighten the shoulder belt adjuster turning loop bolts to the proper specification. owner notification began on july 6, 2004. owners should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

2005 Chrysler 300

Component

Seat Belts:Rear

Consequence of Defect

on certain passenger vehicles, a spot welding operation for the rear floorpan reinforcement may not have been performed.

Corrective Action

this could cause the rear seat belt anchors and/or the child seat anchors to separate in certain crash conditions, which can increase the risk of injury to rear seat passengers.

Recall Notes

dealers will inspect the rear floorpan reinforcement for missing welds and install structural rivets if necessary. owner notification began on july 6, 2004. owners should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

2005 Chrysler 300

Component

Electrical System:Battery:Cables

Consequence of Defect

on certain passenger vehicles, the battery cable fasteners at the bulkhead stud may not have been properly tightened.

Corrective Action

a loose fastener can cause an instrument panel fire.

Recall Notes

dealers will tighten the bulkhead stud battery cable fasteners to the proper specification. owner notification began on july 6, 2004. owners should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

2005 Chrysler 300

Component

Power Train:Automatic Transmission

Consequence of Defect

on certain pickup trucks, sport utility and passenger vehicles equipped with 42rle automatic transmissions, the cup plug that retains the park pawl anchor shaft may be improperly installed. if the shaft moves out of position, the vehicle may not be able to achieve 'park' position.

Corrective Action

if this occurs and the parking brake is not applied, the vehicle may roll away and cause a crash without warning.

Recall Notes

dealers will inspect the transmissions and install a bracket to ensure the park pawl anchor shaft is retained in the proper position. the recall began on november 28, 2005. owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

1969 Chrysler 300

Component

Seat Belts:Front

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes