Sebring Sedan L4-2.4L (2007)
Technical Service Bulletin # F45
Date: 061101
Recall - Hood Latch Striker Replacement
November 2006
Dealer Service Instructions for:
Safety Recall F45
Hood Latch Striker
Models
2007 (JS) Chrysler Sebring
NOTE:
This recall applies only to the above vehicles built through October 18, 2006 (MDH 101816).
IMPORTANT:
Many of the vehicles within the above build period have already been inspected or repaired and, therefore, have been excluded from this recall.
IMPORTANT:
Some of the involved vehicles may be in dealer new vehicle inventory. Federal law requires you to complete this recall service on these vehicles
before retail delivery. Dealers should also consider this requirement to apply to used vehicle inventory and should perform this recall on vehicles in
for service. Involved vehicles can be determined by using the VIP inquiry process.
Subject
The hood latch striker on about 4,300 of the above vehicles may break and allow the hood to open while driving. This could cause a crash without
warning.
Repair
The hood latch striker must be replaced.
Parts Information
Completion Reporting and Reimbursement
Claims for vehicles that have been serviced must be submitted on the DealerCONNECT Claim Entry Screen located on the Service tab. Claims
submitted will be used by DaimlerChrysler to record recall service completions and provide dealer payments.
Use the labor operation number and time allowance shown.
Dealer Notification
All dealers will receive three copies of this dealer recall notification letter by mail. To view this notification on DealerCONNECT, select "Global Recall
