NHTSA recall · Reported March 21, 2013
DODGE 2013: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOOD
Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2013 Dodge Challenger vehicles manufactured from December 3, 2012, through January 24, 2013 and equipped with a V6 engine. The battery po…
Dodge recalled Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2013 Dodge Challenger vehicles manufactured from….
DODGE 2013: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOOD was recalled by Dodge in March 21, 2013. Reason: Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2013 Dodge Challenger vehicles manufactured from December 3, 2012, t…. Remedy: Chrysler has begun notifying owners and they are being advised to immediately refrain fro…. Verify recall #13V103000 with the NHTSA before acting.
The recall
Dodge issued this NHTSA recall-Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2013 Dodge Challenger vehicles manufactured from December 3, 2012, t….
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- March 21, 2013
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Sourced from official NHTSA enforcement records. Verify recall #13V103000 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
The number of affected units is not disclosed in the agency filing, which is common for drug and food recalls where lot-level tracking supersedes unit counts. Distribution scope (see Distribution below) directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 3 from NHTSA - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.
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Product description
Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2013 Dodge Challenger vehicles manufactured from December 3, 2012, through January 24, 2013 and equipped with a V6 engine. The battery positive cable at the starter motor may experience an electrical short circuit to ground.
Reason for recall
Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2013 Dodge Challenger vehicles manufactured from December 3, 2012, through January 24, 2013 and equipped with a V6 engine. The battery positive cable at the starter motor may experience an electrical short circuit to ground.
Hazard
A short circuit could lead to a vehicle fire.
Remedy, what to do
Chrysler has begun notifying owners and they are being advised to immediately refrain from driving their vehicles and to contact their dealers. Chrysler Group further advises affected owners not to park their vehicles in, or near, any structures. Dealers will replace the under hood starter cable assembly, free of charge. The recall notification began on March 22, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | National Highway Traffic Safety Administration |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 13V103000 |
| Date reported | March 21, 2013 |
| Date initiated | March 21, 2013 |
| Recalling firm | Dodge |
| Affected scope | Not disclosed |
| Distribution | United States |
| Official source | NHTSA notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official NHTSA enforcement record. Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
What to do with this recall
Chrysler has begun notifying owners and they are being advised to immediately refrain from driving their vehicles and to contact …
- Check the recall number (13V103000) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
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- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
This page summarizes the official NHTSA record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
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