Vehicle recall 09V420000 · October 29, 2009
Chrysler 300, Dodge Challenger and 1 more model
These vehicles may have been built without a front wheel spindle nut.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2009 through 2010 passenger vehicles equipped with rear wheel drive. These vehicles may have been built without a front wheel spindle nut.
- Consequence
- While driving, a tire and wheel separation could occur increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the tire and wheel assembly and if found without a spindle nut it will be repaired free of charge. The recall began on November 2, 2009. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-835-1403.
- Notes
- Chrysler recall no. J27.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.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 09V420000
- Reported to NHTSA
- October 29, 2009
- Filed by
- CHRYSLER LLC
- Manufacturer campaign
- J27
- Owner notification
- November 9, 2009
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 12,656
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Wheels › Lugs/nuts/bolts/studs
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- Chrysler 300 (2009-2010): 2010, 2009
- Dodge Challenger (2009-2010): 2010, 2009
- Dodge Charger (2009-2010): 2010, 2009
Has your Chrysler been repaired?
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