2008 Dodge Nitro | 2008 Jeep Liberty | 2007 Dodge Nitro — Structure
Published April 9, 2013 · Recall initiated: April 3, 2013
Summary
NHTSA records recall 13V121000, published April 9, 2013 and initiated April 3, 2013. Recalling firm: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC); 2008 Dodge Nitro | 2008 Jeep Liberty | 2007 Dodge Nitro — Structure.
What's the hazard
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2007-2008 Dodge Nitro 4X2 vehicles manufactured March 21, 2006, through March 1, 2008; and 2008 Jeep Liberty 4X2 vehicles manufactured February 15, 2007, through March 1, 2008. The transfer case heat shield may drop down and rub on the drive shaft, weakening it and potentially causing the drive shaft to break.
What to do
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will add a bracket to support the rear of the heat shield, free of charge. An interim letter was mailed to owners on May 29, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N10.
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Recall details
- Brand
- DODGE
- Model
- NITRO
- Manufacturer
- Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
- Lot
- 2008 DODGE NITRO | 2008 JEEP LIBERTY | 2007 DODGE NITRO
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2008 Dodge Nitro | 2008 Jeep Liberty | 2007 Dodge Nitro — Structure recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 13V121000 on April 9, 2013. Reported hazard: Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2007-2008 Dodge Nitro 4X2 vehicles manufactured March 21, 2006, through March 1, 2008; and 2008 Jeep Liberty 4X2 vehicles manufactured February 15, 2007, through March 1, 2008. The transfer case heat shield may drop down and rub on the drive shaft, weakening it and potentially causing the drive shaft to break.
What should I do if I have this product?
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will add a bracket to support the rear of the heat shield, free of charge. An interim letter was mailed to owners on May 29, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N10.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: DODGE. Model: NITRO.