Mopar Steering Column Module: Exterior Lighting recall
NHTSA campaign 23E092000 · 1,240 units potentially affected · filed Nov 28, 2023
What's wrong
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain Mopar Steering Column Control Modules, with part numbers: 68508697AB, 68508699AB, 68508700AB, 68508701AF, 68508702AF, 68508704AF, and 68508698AB. When installed into a vehicle, the steering column control module may cause the high beams to activate when using the turn signal, or the turn signal to activate when using the high beams. As such, these modules fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Why it matters
Turn signals and/or high beams that do not function as intended may cause confusion or reduced visibility to other road users, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace or repurchase the steering column control module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 19, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is B3A.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 23E092000
- Manufacturer no.
- B3A
- Manufacturer
- Chrysler (fca Us, Llc)
- Component
- EXTERIOR LIGHTING; STEERING:STEERING CONTROL MODULE
- Units affected
- 1,240
- Report received
- Nov 28, 2023
- Owner letters
- Dec 19, 2023
- Type
- Equipment
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