Inoperative wipers under inclement weather conditions could cause impaired visibility increasing the risk of a crash.

Visibility — Windshield Wiper/Washer

Date Announced
NOV 06, 2009
Vehicles Affected
82,079
Dodge Recall #
J28
NHTSA Campaign #
09V438000
Summary
Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2007 Dodge Nitro passenger vehicles. The windshield wiper system may experience a condition over time where high usage of the variable pause wiper function ("delay" mode) may eventually affect primary wiper function, rendering the wiper system inoperable.
Actions
Dealers will inspect and add external relays and update the totally integrated power module software to control the wiper functions. The safety recall is expected to begin during February 2010. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-835-1403.
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