Chrysler recall 12V004 covers 303 2012 300 and Charger vehicles for a TPMS warning defect. Repair is free at any franchised Chrysler dealer.
Chrysler is recalling 303 2012 300 and Charger vehicles because the tire pressure monitoring system warns too late when a tire is underinflated. Underinflated tires can overload and overheat, leading to a blowout and possible crash; the dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The tire pressure monitoring system, or TPMS, uses wheel sensors to track tire pressure and alert the driver when a tire is too low. On the 2012 300 and Charger, that warning is supposed to come on when pressure falls 25 percent below the recommended level, which the filing describes as 24 PSI for these vehicles.
The defect is in the warning threshold, not the tire itself. These vehicles were built to alert at 22 PSI instead of 24 PSI, so the dashboard warning comes later than required. That delay leaves the driver without the required low-pressure alert while the tire is already below the compliance point.
There is no warning sign before failure. The visible symptom is the missing or delayed tire-pressure warning: a tire can be below the required alert level while the TPMS light stays off.
Who's affected?
Spans the 300 and Charger sedans from the 2012 model year, both tied to the tire pressure monitoring system.
| 2012 Chrysler 300 | tire |
|---|---|
| 2012 Dodge Charger | tire |
| Units affected | 303 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific sedan is included.
What's the safety risk?
Underinflated tires can overload and overheat. That raises the risk of a blowout and a crash, especially if the driver keeps driving without correcting tire pressure. Check tire pressure and schedule recall service. Repair will be free at any franchised Chrysler dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2012 Chrysler 300 or Charger is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Chrysler dealer and ask whether recall number 12V004 is open for your VIN.
- Schedule the free TPMS reprogramming that corrects the low tire-pressure warning threshold.
- Bring the recall notice if Chrysler mailed one, or give the dealer recall number 12V004 when you call.
- Keep tires inflated to the pressure listed on the door placard until the TPMS reprogramming is complete.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Chrysler technician reprograms the tire pressure monitoring system so it warns at the required low pressure threshold. Chrysler began this safety recall on March 2, 2012, and the service is performed free of charge. The repair is software programming for the TPMS, not a tire replacement, unless the dealer finds a separate tire issue during normal service.
Timeline
| January 6, 2012 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| March 2, 2012 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 12V004?
Recall 12V004 covers 303 2012 Chrysler 300 SRT8 and Dodge Charger SRT8 vehicles with tire pressure monitoring systems that warn at 22 PSI instead of the required 24 PSI. That delay can leave tires underinflated long enough to overheat, overload, and blow out.
What should I do if my 2012 Chrysler 300 or Dodge Charger is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 12V004. If it is, contact a franchised Chrysler dealer and ask for the TPMS reprogramming recall repair. Reference recall number 12V004 when you call. The dealer repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Chrysler's recall remedy says dealers will reprogram the vehicle's TPMS free of charge. The safety recall began on March 2, 2012.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is that the TPMS warning comes on too late. Underinflated tires can become overloaded and overheated, leading to a blowout and crash risk. If your VIN is included, have the TPMS reprogrammed by a franchised Chrysler dealer for free.
What warning signs should I watch for?
The warning sign is a delayed tire pressure alert. These vehicles warn at 22 PSI instead of the required 24 PSI, so the dashboard alert does not come on as early as it should. Check tire pressure manually and complete the free TPMS reprogramming if your VIN is included.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/12V004000 |
|---|---|
| Chrysler customer service | 1-800-853-1403 |
| NHTSA recall # | 12V004 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 12V004000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 2, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →