Recall 13V610 covers 4,194 2013 Dodge Charger, 300, and 1500 vehicles for transmission output shaft fractures. Free inspection and repair at any franchised Dodge dealer.
Dodge is recalling 4,194 2013 Charger, 300, and 1500 vehicles equipped with ZF all wheel drive 8HP45 transmissions because the transmission output shaft can fracture. That failure can cause loss of power and raise crash risk, and it can let the vehicle roll away after Park if the parking brake is not set.
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What's wrong?
The automatic transmission in the 2013 Dodge Charger, 300, and 1500 vehicles sends engine power through a set of gears and shafts before it reaches the wheels. In these AWD and 4x4 vehicles, the output shaft is the part that carries that rotating force out of the transmission. It has to stay intact while the drivetrain is under load.
In NHTSA campaign 13V610, the concern is that the transmission output shaft is at risk of fracturing. A fracture means the shaft breaks instead of passing power through the drivetrain. Once that happens, the transmission no longer delivers power the way it was designed, and the vehicle loses normal drive function.
There is no warning sign before failure. The filing does not identify a noise, warning light, vibration, or shift problem that reliably tells an owner the shaft is about to break.
Who's affected?
Covers three nameplates, Charger, 300, and 1500, all tied to the same automatic transmission component.
| 2013 Dodge Charger | automatic transmission |
|---|---|
| 2013 Chrysler 300 | automatic transmission |
| 2013 Ram 1500 | automatic transmission |
| Units affected | 4,194 |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included.
What's the safety risk?
A fractured transmission output shaft can cause loss of power and increase crash risk. It can also let the vehicle roll away after being placed in "Park" if the parking brake is not applied. Use the parking brake every time you exit, and schedule the inspection promptly. Repair will be free at any franchised Dodge dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2013 Dodge Charger, 300, or 1500 is included in this recall.
- Watch for the March 31, 2014 owner notice from Dodge before scheduling recall work.
- Contact a franchised Dodge dealer when the repair is open and ask for the free transmission inspection and replacement if needed.
- Reference recall number 13V610 when you call the dealer.
- Set the parking brake every time before exiting the vehicle until the transmission output shaft has been inspected.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Dodge technician inspects the all wheel drive 8HP45 transmission for the output shaft issue described in recall 13V610. If the transmission is affected, the technician replaces the transmission. The dealer repair will be free once available, with parts and labor covered under the recall. Have your VIN ready when you contact the dealer so the service desk can confirm the vehicle and the recall work before the appointment.
Timeline
| December 6, 2013 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| March 31, 2014 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 13V610?
Recall 13V610 covers 4,194 2013 Dodge Charger, 300, and 1500 vehicles with ZF AWD 8HP45 transmissions. The transmission output shaft can fracture, causing loss of power or rollaway if the parking brake is not applied. Dodge dealers inspect and replace transmissions as needed for free.
What should I do if my 2013 Dodge Charger, 300, or 1500 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 13V610. If it is, contact a franchised Dodge dealer and ask for the transmission inspection under recall N65. The dealer will replace the transmission if needed, free of charge.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost to owners. For recall 13V610, Dodge dealers inspect the transmission and replace it as needed free of charge, including parts and labor.
What is the safety risk in recall 13V610?
The risk is loss of power or vehicle rollaway. If the transmission output shaft fractures, the vehicle can lose power while driving, increasing crash risk. If the parking brake is not applied before exiting, the vehicle can roll away even when the transmission is placed in Park.
What if I bought my 2013 Dodge Charger, 300, or 1500 used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the VIN, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your vehicle is included, then reference recall 13V610 or Dodge recall N65 when you call the dealer.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/13V610000 |
|---|---|
| Dodge customer service | 1-800-853-1403 |
| NHTSA recall # | 13V610 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 13V610000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (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 →