The problem
Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2008 Chrysler grand voyager, town and country and Dodge grand caravan vehicles manufactured from June 24, 2007, through July 30, 2008. These vehicles May experience a heating and air conditioner (HVAC) condensate leak from the HVAC drain grommet onto the occupant restraint control (orc) module, which can lead to the illumination of the airbag warning light and a potential inadvertent airbag deployment without warning.
The risk
An inadvertent airbag deployment could result in injury to the seat occupant in front of the deploying airbag and/or a vehicle crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the affected air bag module free of charge. The safety recall began on October 14, 2011. Owners May contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 11V-394 (11V394000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | L01 |
| Manufacturer | Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) |
| Component | Equipment › Appliance › Air conditioner |
| Report date | August 3, 2011 |
| Owners notified | October 21, 2011 |
| Vehicles affected | 298,949 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Plus 1 other model/year combinations not covered on this site.
Owner complaints about the a/c & heater
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 11V-394 repair free?
Yes. Chrysler dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the affected air bag module free of charge. The safety recall began on October 14, 2011. Owners May contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 298,949 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.