The problem
In certain vehicles, the engine cylinder head oil galley plug does not seal properly and engine cylinder head oil is not adequately retained.
The risk
Inadequate sealing and retention of the plug can result in oil leakage which could cause a fire in the engine compartment.
The fix
Dealers will install an expansion plug and retaining bracket over the cylinder head oil galley plug.
Contacts
System: engine. Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with 2.4L engines. Note: owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time, should contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1493. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
What to do
- Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
- Call a dealer. Any authorized Chrysler, Dodge, Plymouth dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 96V006000.
- Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
- Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.