Recall 10V658000: Front Door Wiring Harnesses

VEHICLE MAKE/MODEL: MODEL YEAR(S):

Dodge/Journey 2009

MANUFACTURER: Chrysler Group LLC.

MFR'S REPORT DATE: December 23, 2010

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 10V658000

NHTSA ACTION NUMBER: N/A

COMPONENT: Electrical System: Wiring

POTENTIAL NUMBER OF UNITS AFFECTED: 65,180

SUMMARY:
Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2009 Dodge Journey vehicles manufacturer from November 1, 2007, through September 7, 2008. The wires within the front door wire harnesses may fatigue and break, which can interrupt the circuits for the side impact sensor(s), resulting in an airbag warning lamp illumination and loss of side crash sensing capability.

CONSEQUENCE:
In the event of a crash, the side airbag may not deploy, reducing the protection intended for the occupant and increasing the risk of injuries.

REMEDY:
Chrysler will notify owners and replace the left and right door wiring harnesses free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during February 2011. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

NOTES:
Chrysler safety recall No. K07. 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.