Vehicle recall 09V047000 · February 4, 2009
Dodge Avenger and Chrysler Sebring
A compatibility issue between the instrument cluster software and fuel pump module can result in the fuel gauge overstating the actual fuel tank level.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- Chrysler is recalling 91 my 2009 sebring and Dodge avenger equipped with 2.4L engine passenger vehicles. A compatibility issue between the instrument cluster software and fuel pump module can result in the fuel gauge overstating the actual fuel tank level. As a result, the vehicle may run out of fuel when the gauge indicates that there is still fuel remaining in the tank.
- Consequence
- This could cause a crash without warning.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the fuel pump module free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during March 2009. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
- Notes
- Chrysler recall no. J02.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
- 09V047000
- Reported to NHTSA
- February 4, 2009
- Filed by
- CHRYSLER LLC
- Manufacturer campaign
- J02
- Owner notification
- March 16, 2009
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 91
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Fuel system, other › Storage › Fuel gauge system
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
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