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2023–2024 Alfa Romeo Tonale Phev, Tonale and 2023–2024 Dodge Hornet recall: Back over prevention: warnings, external/pedestrian alert

NHTSA campaign 23V-696 · October 17, 2023 · Chrysler

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Recall at a glance

Campaign number
23V696000
Reported
October 17, 2023
Manufacturer
Chrysler
Part
Back over prevention: warnings, external/pedestrian alert
Vehicles affected
About 4,661

What is wrong

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Dodge Hornet and Alfa Romeo Tonale Plug-In Hybrid vehicles. The pedestrian alert siren may be missing or disconnected and fail to alert pedestrians when the vehicle is in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 141, "Minimum Sound Requirements for Hybrid and Electric Vehicles."

Safety risk

Failure to alert pedestrians when backing up increases the risk of injury.

The fix

Dealers will inspect the rear pedestrian siren connection and, if necessary, secure and/or replace the connector or siren, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 14, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is B5A.

Affected models

Model years listed by NHTSA for this campaign. Only vehicles within the build range in the notice are affected.

Notes from the notice

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Frequently asked questions

Which vehicles are affected by this recall?

Alfa Romeo Tonale (2023); Alfa Romeo Tonale Phev (2024); Dodge Hornet (2023, 2024). Check your VIN to confirm.

What is the safety risk?

Failure to alert pedestrians when backing up increases the risk of injury.

What is the fix?

Dealers will inspect the rear pedestrian siren connection and, if necessary, secure and/or replace the connector or siren, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 14, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is B5A.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.