Recall 13V043000

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY

Report Date
20130206
Component
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
Affected Vehicles
2 models

Defect Description

Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2013 Chrysler 200 and Dodge Avenger vehicles manufactured from October 30, 2012, through November 2, 2012. These vehicles may have a gas tank that has a broken control valve in the fuel tank assembly.

Safety Consequence

A broken control valve in the fuel tank assembly may lead to an engine stall or fuel leakage. An engine stall while driving may contribute to a vehicle crash. Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, may result in a fire.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel tank assembly and replace any affected control valves, free of charge. The recall began on April 4, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753.

Affected Vehicles

Year Make Model
2013 CHRYSLER 200
2013 DODGE AVENGER

Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.