Vehicles Affected: Approximately 53,000 model-year 2016 Dodge Dart sedans manufactured between April 13, 2015, and June 7, 2016
The Problem: Voltage spikes from a problem within the windshield washer pump may cause the windshield wiper circuit and wipers to fail, potentially reducing the driver’s visibility and increasing the risk of a crash.
The Fix: Dealers will replace the windshield washer pumps for free.
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