Vehicle recall 08V528000 · October 9, 2008
Dodge Avenger, Dodge Caliber and 4 more models
A new adhesive used in the power train control module (PCM) manufacturing process can cause the printed circuit board to break.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- Chrysler is recalling 712 my 2009 sebring, Dodge caliber, avenger, journey, Jeep patriot, and compass vehicles. A new adhesive used in the power train control module (PCM) manufacturing process can cause the printed circuit board to break.
- Consequence
- This can cause the engine to stall and cause a crash without warning.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the PCM free of charge. The recall began on November 10, 2008. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
- Notes
- Chrysler recall no. H33.CUSTOMERS 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.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 08V528000
- Reported to NHTSA
- October 9, 2008
- Filed by
- CHRYSLER LLC
- Manufacturer campaign
- H33
- Owner notification
- November 10, 2008
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 712
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Power train › Automatic transmission › Control module (TCM/PCM/tecm)
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- Chrysler Sebring (2009): 2009
- Dodge Avenger (2009): 2009
- Dodge Caliber (2009): 2009
- Dodge Journey (2009): 2009
- Jeep Compass (2009): 2009
- Jeep Patriot (2009): 2009
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