Pedestrian alert siren not connected/fmvss 141
Defect Summary
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 Consequence
Failure to alert pedestrians when backing up increases the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
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.
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FAQ: Recall 23V696000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 23V696000?
NHTSA recall 23V696000 was issued by Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) on October 17, 2023. It addresses: Pedestrian alert siren not connected/fmvss 141. The recall affects approximately 4,661 vehicles, with the defect involving the Back Over Prevention component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 23V696000 or the manufacturer campaign number B5A. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.