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Chrysler recalls 312,000 2005-2006 minivans

Vehicle Make / Model:     Model Year(s):      CHRYSLER / TOWN AND COUNTRY     2005-2006      DODGE / CARAVAN     2005-2006      DODGE / GRAND CARAVAN     2005-2006 Manufacturer: CHRYSLER GROUP LLC Mfr’s Report Date: JAN 07, 2010 NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 10V008000 RQ09003 NHTSA Action Number: RQ09003

Component: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE

Potential Number of Units Affected: 312442

Summary: CHRYSLER IS CONDUCTING A SAFETY IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN INVOLVING MODEL YEAR 2005-2006 DODGE CARAVAN, GRAND CARAVAN AND CHRYSLER TOWN & COUNTRY VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD IN OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE STATES OF CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, IOWA, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, KANSAS, KENTUCKY, MASSACHUSETTS, MAINE, MARYLAND, MICHIGAN, MINNESOTA, MISSOURI, NEBRASKA, NEW HAMPSHIRE, NEW JERSEY, NEW YORK, NORTH DAKOTA, OHIO, PENNSYLVANIA, RHODE ISLAND, SOUTH DAKOTA, TENNESSEE, UTAH, VERMONT, VIRGINIA, WEST VIRGINIA, WISCONSIN, ALASKA AND THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA. THE FRONT CRASH SENSORS MAY CRACK UNDER CERTAIN ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS AND ALLOW WATER TO ENTER INTO THE SENSOR. THIS CAN CAUSE THE SENSOR TO BECOME INOPERATIVE AND ILLUMINATE THE AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT. THESE SENSORS WERE ADDED TO ENHANCE THE PERFORMANCE OF THE AIRBAG SYSTEM IN CERTAIN FRONTAL CRASHES.

Consequence: IF THE FRONT CRASH SENSORS BECOME INOPERATIVE, THE DRIVER IS IMMEDIATELY ALERTED BY ILLUMINATION OF THE AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT AND THE VEHICLE SHOULD BE PROMPTLY SERVICED. UNTIL THE VEHICLE IS REPAIRED, THE AIRBAGS MAY NOT PROVIDE THE ENHANCED PROTECTION IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH.

Remedy: CHRYSLER WILL REPLACE THE FRONT AIRBAG SENSORS WITH A NEW DESIGN. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN WILL BEGIN DURING JUNE 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.

Notes: CHRYSLER’S CAMPAIGN NUMBER IS J38. THIS ACTION IS DEEMED A SAFETY IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN AND IS NOT BEING CONDUCTED UNDER THE SAFETY ACT. HOWEVER, CHRYSLER HAS INFORMED NHTSA THAT IT WILL PROVIDE THE MODIFICATIONS DESCRIBED ABOVE AT NO COST.

Mopar® Announces 2010 Dodge Challenger Drag Pak Program For Grassroots Racers

• Dodge Challenger Drag Pak built for sanctioned NHRA Stock, Super Stock and Comp Eliminator configurations
• Priced at $39,999, production to start this summer
• Applications now available at http://www.mopar.com
• First-year build program in 2009 sold out

Auburn Hills, Mich., Feb 22, 2010 – Following a first-year sell out of 100 factory-built program vehicles in 2009, Mopar announced its 2010 Dodge Challenger Drag Pak program.

For 2010, the non-street legal V-8 powered, rear-wheel drive Dodge Challenger is available with the 6.1 liter HEMI® that may be set up with a 5-speed automatic or 6-speed manual transmission.

“We’re proud of our drag racing heritage at Mopar and we will continue to support our drag-race customers where they compete,” said Pietro Gorlier, President and Chief Executive Officer – Mopar Service, Parts and Customer Care, Chrysler Group LLC. “The Dodge Challenger Drag Pak program was a success last year, and we’ll be carrying that momentum into our 2010 build.”

Mopar(R) Announces Best-Selling Performance Parts and Accessories for 2010 Dodge Challenger – Mopar crashes Challenger’s 40th birthday party bearing performance parts and accessories

AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Feb. 15 /PRNewswire/ —

• Mopar offers an array of performance parts and more than 100 accessories for the Dodge Challenger lineup
• Complete list of Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge and Ram performance parts and accessories is available at http://www.mopar.com

Mopar is bringing a truck-load of performance parts and accessories to Dodge Challenger’s 40th birthday party.

“Dodge Challenger is one of our most accessorized vehicles,” said Pietro Gorlier, President and Chief Executive Officer – Mopar Service, Parts and Customer Care, Chrysler Group LLC. “Unlike any other automotive aftermarket company, Mopar parts and accessories are specifically designed, engineered and quality-tested to further enhance the performance and appearance of our Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge and Ram vehicles. This results in Dodge Challenger owners spending more than $600 on Mopar accessories.”

The 2010 Dodge Challenger is available in three models – SE, R/T and SRT8. With cutting-edge technology and ultimate performance in two available HEMI® V-8 engines, Dodge Challenger delivers on the brand’s “bold, powerful and capable” credo.

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Dodge Celebrates Four Decades Of Challenger’s Muscle-car Heritage With Limited-edition Furious Fuchsia Models

• 2010 Dodge Challenger Furious Fuchsia editions commemorate 40 years of Dodge muscle-car performance
• Limited-edition Furious Fuchsia exterior answers customers’ desire for the return of more Dodge brand high-impact heritage paint hues
• 2010 Dodge Challenger R/T Classic edition is available in all-new Pearl White performance seats and Bright White A-line body-side R/T stripes
• Dodge Challenger SRT8® Furious Fuchsia edition features unique 20-inch SRT forged aluminum wheels with Satin Black painted pockets, serialized dash plaque, Pearl White leather SRT performance seats with Furious Fuchsia accent stripe and retro-inspired chromed quad exhaust tips
• Limited-production run of Dodge Challenger R/T Classic editions and only 400 Dodge Challenger SRT8 editions in Furious Fuchsia available

Auburn Hills, Mich., Feb 8, 2010 – Two of the wildest and rarest 2010 Dodge Challenger models will soon be available to Dodge fans and collectors to commemorate 40 years of Dodge Challenger performance; the 2010 Dodge Challenger R/T Classic and Challenger SRT8® Furious Fuchsia editions. With its Furious Fuchsia Pearl Coat exterior paint and all-new Pearl White leather performance seats, these limited-edition Dodge Challenger models deliver the best of modern American muscle-car characteristics-unmistakable design, world-class handling, powerful HEMI® V-8 engines and technology-now in one of the most significant hues.

“Commemorating four decades of Challenger performance, the new R/T Classic and SRT8 Furious Fuchsia editions modernize one of the most memorable hues from 1970 to create a modern muscle-car that exudes more performance, passion and even more nostalgia,” said Ralph Gilles, President and Chief Executive Officer, Dodge Car Brand and Senior Vice President-Product Design, Chrysler Group LLC. “As an ode to our Dodge fans, these highly collectible models feature all-new Pearl White leather performance seats with Furious Fuchsia accents to deliver a customized, yet contemporary look to the heritage-inspired interior. Sum it all up, and Dodge is delivering a muscle-car tribute that no other manufacturer can even match.”

Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep® and Ram Truck Brands Offer New Merchandise Online

Auburn Hills, Mich., Feb 1, 2010 – Perhaps you are a hardcore fan of the Dodge Challenger, in love with your Jeep® Liberty, think your Chrysler 300C is red-carpet worthy or one of those people who would not be caught driving anything other than your award-winning Ram truck. If this sounds like you, and you have the desire to express yourself, the Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep and Ram Truck brands have a new shopping experience tailored to your needs.

Starting today, fans, enthusiasts and consumers can log on to the Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep or Ram Truck brand web sites to view the new clothing and accessories that are available for purchase.

“Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep and Ram Truck Brand vehicles each attract a different customer, and the clothing and accessories offered on the brand sites represent the lifestyle and attitude of that customer,” said Olivier Francois, President and CEO – Chrysler Brand and Head of Marketing, Chrysler Group LLC. “Each brand offers merchandise that is high quality and made of substantial materials. We also offer products from companies that share our passion for substance and style.”

The Chrysler Collection
Refined and stately, the “Chrysler Collection” features luxury gifts, accessories for travel and home, and fine clothing. Offering items that would fit perfectly in a home or office, the luxury gifts collection features items such as a solid mahogany humidor, a black leather portfolio and an elegant assortment of writing instruments. The travel and home collection offers distinct items tailored to the Chrysler brand customer such as a leather wine bottle carrier, a three-finger cigar case and a Blue and Café Brown leather tote from Clava®. Men’s and women’s cashmere sweaters are offered in the clothing boutique, which also includes oxford shirts for men and cozy jackets for women.