Recall 15V461000
NHTSA safety recall campaign 15V461000. Component: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.. 1,416,903 units potentially affected.
Risk Summary (Consequence)
Exploitation of the software vulnerability may result in unauthorized remote modification and control of certain vehicle systems, increasing the risk of a crash.
Defect Summary
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Ram 1500, 2500, 3500, 4500, and 5500, 2015 Chrysler 200, Chrysler 300, Dodge Charger, and Dodge Challenger, 2014-2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee, Cherokee, and Dodge Durango, and 2013-2015 Dodge Viper vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with radios that have software vulnerabilities that can allow third-party access to certain networked vehicle control systems.
Remedy
Chrysler will notify and mail affected owners a USB drive that includes a software update that eliminates the vulnerability, free of charge. Optionally, owners may download the update to their own USB drive from http://www.driveuconnect.com/software-update/ or take their vehicle to a Chrysler dealer for immediate installation. In an effort to mitigate the effects of this security vulnerability, Chrysler has had the wireless service provider close the open cellular connection to the vehicle that provided unauthorized access to the vehicle network. This measure may not have been implemented on all vehicles and does not address access by other means that will be remedied by the software update. The recall began on August 25, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R40.
Key Dates
Affected Vehicles
Recalls Affecting the Same Makes
Campaigns touching CHRYSLER, DODGE, JEEP from other manufacturers (last 3 years)
Same-Make Recall Activity
| Campaign | Report Date | Manufacturer | Component | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26V189000 | Mar 26, 2026 | CHRYSLER (FCA US, LLC) | AIR BAGS | 178,246 |
| 26V141000 | Mar 12, 2026 | CHRYSLER (FCA US, LLC) | STRUCTURE | 11,767 |
| 26V059000 | Feb 2, 2026 | CHRYSLER (FCA US, LLC) | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE CONTROL | 456,287 |
| 26V051000 | Jan 29, 2026 | CHRYSLER (FCA US, LLC) | SUSPENSION:REAR:SPRINGS:COIL SPRINGS | 80,620 |
| 25V882000 | Dec 18, 2025 | CHRYSLER (FCA US, LLC) | AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE | 52,565 |
| 25V876000 | Dec 17, 2025 | ROLLX VANS | EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY:WHEELCHAIR RESTRAINTS/SECUREMENT:LATCH/ANCHOR: | 86 |
| 25V877000 | Dec 17, 2025 | VANTAGE MOBILITY | EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY:WHEELCHAIR RESTRAINTS/SECUREMENT:LATCH/ANCHOR: | 1,019 |
| 25V846000 | Dec 9, 2025 | CHRYSLER (FCA US, LLC) | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES | 5,974 |
| 25V824000 | Dec 1, 2025 | CHRYSLER (FCA US, LLC) | AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:CURTAIN:INFLATOR | 1,589 |
| 25V826000 | Dec 1, 2025 | CHRYSLER (FCA US, LLC) | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL | 72,509 |
Consumer Complaints Referencing This Campaign
NHTSA complaints whose narratives mention 15V461000
Referencing Complaints
| Complaint ID | Incident Date | Vehicle | Component | Narrative Snippet |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2153177 | Nov 11, 2025 | 2015 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE | EQUIPMENT | The contact owns a 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed with the heat… |
| 2153178 | Nov 11, 2025 | 2015 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | The contact owns a 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed with the heat… |
| 1936998 | Oct 19, 2023 | 2015 CHRYSLER 200 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | The contact owns a 2015 Chrysler 200. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the front driver’s … |
| 1936999 | Oct 19, 2023 | 2015 CHRYSLER 200 | POWER TRAIN | The contact owns a 2015 Chrysler 200. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the front driver’s … |
| 1881408 | Mar 16, 2023 | 2013 RAM 1500 | EQUIPMENT | The contact owns a 2013 Ram 1500. The contact stated that while parked, the radio and instrument panel failed to illumin… |
| 1881407 | Mar 16, 2023 | 2013 RAM 1500 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL | The contact owns a 2013 Ram 1500. The contact stated that while parked, the radio and instrument panel failed to illumin… |
| 1797662 | Nov 1, 2021 | 2012 DODGE RAM 1500 | EQUIPMENT | The contact owns a 2012 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact stated that the radio was hacked. The safety features became inoper… |
| 1316600 | Sep 12, 2016 | 2013 RAM 1500 | EQUIPMENT | TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 RAM 1500. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V461000 (EQUIPMENT);… |
| 1297360 | Jun 6, 2016 | 2014 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE | POWER TRAIN | TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBERS: 16V240000 … |
| 1676244 | Apr 11, 2016 | 2015 CHRYSLER 200 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | CHRYSLER DEALERS IN 2 STATES SINCE 2016 REFUSE TO SERVICE MY VEHICLE PROPERLY OR FIX LITERALLY ALL THESE SYMPTOMS OVER T… |
How to Act on This Recall
- Owners: Contact your authorized dealer to schedule the remedy at no cost. Remedy is covered under 49 U.S.C. 30120.
- Fleets: Use the Fleet Recall Checker to scan your VIN list against this and other open campaigns.
- Looking up a specific VIN? Check VIN against NHTSA for open recalls on that vehicle.
- NHTSA contact: Vehicle Safety Hotline 1-888-327-4236.