Recall 12V197000: ABS/ESC Fuse Relocation

Vehicle Make/Model: Model Year(s):

Chrysler/300 2011-2012

Dodge/Charger 2011-2012

MANUFACTURER: Chrysler Group LLC.

MFR'S REPORT DATE: May 01, 2012

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 12V197000

NHTSA ACTION NUMBER: N/A

COMPONENT: Service Brakes, Air: Antilock: Control Unit/Module

POTENTIAL NUMBER OF UNITS AFFECTED: 119,072

SUMMARY:
Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2011 and 2012 Chrysler 300 and Dodge Charger vehicles. These vehicles may lose ABS/ESC system function due to an overheated power distribution center.

CONSEQUENCE:
This could lead to loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

REMEDY:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will relocate the ABS/ESC system fuse, free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during May 2012. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

NOTES:
Chrysler's recall number is M10. Owners may also contact The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.