Chrysler Recall 13V-118: Air bags

Affected: 2011–2012 Chrysler 300, 2011–2012 Dodge Challenger, 2011–2012 Dodge Charger. Filed with NHTSA on April 3, 2013, covering about 119,497 vehicles.

The problem

Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Chrysler 300, Dodge Challenger, and Dodge Charger vehicles manufactured April 11, 2011, through December 14, 2011. The affected vehicles may have improperly sized terminal crimps on the seat side-airbag wiring harness which may cause the seat side-airbags to malfunction and illuminate the airbag warning light.

The risk

In the event of a crash necessitating airbag deployment the airbags may not operate as designed, increasing the risk of injury.

The fix

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace both driver and passenger seat airbag wiring harnesses, free of charge. The recall began on April 22, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N07.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign13V-118 (13V118000)
Manufacturer numberN07
ManufacturerChrysler (FCA US, LLC)
ComponentAir bags
Report dateApril 3, 2013
Owners notifiedApril 22, 2013
Vehicles affected119,497
Initiated byManufacturer

Vehicles covered

Owner complaints about the air bags

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 13V-118 repair free?

Yes. Chrysler dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace both driver and passenger seat airbag wiring harnesses, free of charge. The recall began on April 22, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N07.

How do I know if my car is included?

Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 119,497 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.