Recall 09V438000: Windshield Wiper System Update

VEHICLE MAKE/MODEL: MODEL YEAR(S):

Dodge/Nitro 2007

MANUFACTURER: Chrysler LLC.

MFR'S REPORT DATE: November 03, 2009

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 09V438000

NHTSA ACTION NUMBER: N/A

COMPONENT: Visibility: Windshield Wiper/Washer

POTENTIAL NUMBER OF UNITS AFFECTED: 84680

SUMMARY:
Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2007 Dodge Nitro passenger vehicles. The windshield wiper system may experience a condition over time where high usage of the variable pause wiper function ("DELAY" Mode) may eventually affect primary wiper function, rendering the wiper system inoperable.

CONSEQUENCE:
Inoperative wipers under inclement weather conditions could cause impaired visibility increasing the risk of a crash.

REMEDY:
Dealers will inspect and add external relays and update the Totally Integrated Power Module (TIPM) software to control the wiper functions. The safety recall is expected to begin during November 2009. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-835-1403.

NOTES:
Owners may also contact The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.