2016 Dodge Dart · Electrical & software
Electrical or software fault may disable vehicle functions
In the affected vehicles, the powertrain control module that monitors the engine torque output may be missing a backup layer of software.
What the reviewed source says
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NHTSA campaign 16V113000 includes certain 2015 to 2016 Dodge Dart vehicles. Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2016 Dodge Dart vehicles manufactured July 25, 2015, to December 16, 2015 and equipped with a 2.0L engine and a manual transmission. Additionally included are certain 2015 Dodge Dart vehicles similarly equipped and brought in for dealer service between September 15, 2015 and January 12, 2016. Without a backup layer of software, the control module may fail to prevent an un-commanded torque event, increasing the risk of a crash.
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Symptoms in the pattern
- Warning messages, a blank display, a no-start condition or loss of a vehicle function may occur
- An open campaign appears when the complete VIN is checked
- Some recalled vehicles may show no advance warning before the component fails
Vehicles and scope
- 2015 to 2016 Dodge Dart
- NHTSA campaign 16V113000
- The manufacturer filing lists 1,122 potentially affected units across the complete campaign.
- VIN eligibility determines whether this recall applies to an individual vehicle
Manufacturer position
What the official procedure directs
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the Engine Control Module software, free of charge. The recall began on March 25, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403.
Safety recall eligibility is based on the VIN and campaign scope, not ordinary warranty mileage. Check the complete VIN even when the vehicle is outside its original warranty.
Original evidence
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Repair paths and safe checks
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Use the official recall remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the Engine Control Module software, free of charge. The recall began on March 25, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403.
Do not buy parts from the campaign description alone. VIN scope, superseded remedies and parts availability can change.
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