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Chrysler due to abrasive debris in the balance shaft bearings, these engines may have a loss of engine oil pressure, possibly resulting in an engine stall or engine failure.

NHTSA campaign 13V-552 · Reported November 6, 2013 · 521 vehicles affected

AFFECTED MODELS
Chrysler 200, Avenger, Compass and Patriot
VEHICLES AFFECTED
521
REMEDY
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the engine balance shaft module, free of charge.
COST
Free

The short version

Chrysler Group LLC reported a problem with the engine. Here is what owners need to know.

WHAT

Due to abrasive debris in the balance shaft bearings, these engines may have a loss of engine oil pressure, possibly resulting in an engine stall or engine failure.

WHY IT MATTERS

If the engine stalls while driving it may increase the risk of a crash.

WHAT TO DO

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the engine balance shaft module, free of charge.

Affected vehicles

These model years are included in NHTSA campaign 13V-552.

YEAR RANGEMODEL
2013Chrysler 200
2013Dodge Avenger
2014Jeep Compass
2014Jeep Patriot

What changed

Newest first. The record shows both when the recall began and what has changed since.

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