Stellantis recalls Dodge vehicles over loss of drive power

Auburn Hills, MI – December 16, 2022 – Stellantis (NYSE:STLA), which owns the Chrysler and Dodge brands, is recalling 5,834 vehicles that may lose power while in motion due to faulty shifter pawls, which are pins that lock gears in place. This augments the risk of a crash.

The recall includes the following vehicles:

  • 2022 Dodge Charger
  • 2022 Dodge Durango

Recall summary

In the affected vehicles, the shifter pawls have not been properly heat-treated and may bend or fail to engage as expected when shifting between gears.  Heat-treating, as reported, is a normal part of the manufacturing process which ensures that components made of metal can withstand the test of time.

Recall risks

An improperly engaged shifter assembly may slip out of the “Drive” position, resulting in a sudden loss of drive power. This increases the risk of a crash. 

Warning signs

A warning sign associated with this issue is “a bent or misaligned shifter lever.” In some cases, the driver may even have difficulty selecting gears. 

Other recent Dodge and Chrysler recalls

In November, more than 40,000 Dodge and Chrysler vehicles were recalled over risk of tire failure. This was a follow-up recall from a July one relating to the same issue.

Prior to that in October, more than 80,000 Dodge Journey SUVs were subjected to a recall over a headlamp issue resulting in poor visibility. This was attributed to a substandard reflector. 

The repair

To fix this Dodge powertrain issues, dealers will replace the shifter assembly  free of charge. Notifications regarding the repair program will be sent to owners on or around January 12, 2023.

Is your vehicle part of this recall?

Nearly 6,000 vehicles are included in this recall. To perform a Fiat Chrysler recall check on your vehicle, use MotorSafety’s free vehicle lookup tool.

Senamile NkosiStellantis recalls Dodge vehicles over loss of drive power

Stellantis recalls vehicles over faulty indicator light

Auburn Hills, MI – March 20, 2022 – Stellantis (NYSE:STLA), which owns the Chrysler brand, is recalling 370,437 vehicles over an issue that may prevent the driver from knowing that the car’s electronic stability control (ESC) software is not working properly. This increases the risk of a crash.

The ESC function is to apply brakes when it detects a loss of steering control.

The recall includes the following SUVs and pickup trucks:

  • 2019 – 2022 RAM 2500 
  • 2019 – 2022 RAM 3500
  • 2021 – 2022 Dodge Durango 

Recall summary

In the recalled vehicles, faulty anti-lock braking (ABS) software will prevent the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) from illuminating if ESC is not working properly.

Recall risks

The issue increases the risk of a crash.

Other recent Stellantis recalls

This is not the first RAM 3500 recall this year. Last month, the RAM 2500 and 3500 pickup trucks were recalled due to a fault with the windshield wipers.

There was a RAM 2500 recall in December 2021 over a defective high pressure fuel pump which resulted in stalling. The recall included other RAM vehicles.

In November 2021, there was a Dodge Durango recall due to fly-away spoilers, as reported.

The repair

To remedy the issue, the ABS control module software will be updated at no cost to the owners. Those who may have already incurred costs related to this issue will be reimbursed.

Owners will be notified on April 29, 2022. 

Is your vehicle part of this recall?

Close to 400,000 vehicles are included in this RAM truck recall. To do a RAM recall check, use MotorSafety’s free vehicle lookup tool.

Senamile NkosiStellantis recalls vehicles over faulty indicator light