Chrysler Nitro Recall R/2010/018: Windscreen Wipers May Become Ineffective, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Book soon
- How serious
- 30 Apr 2010
- Launched
- 1,661
- vehicles in the UK
- J28
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Chrysler recalled Nitro vehicles. Under certain operating conditions the windscreen wipers may become inoperative. The dealer will inspect the integrated power module (TIPM) part number. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
Under certain operating conditions the windscreen wipers may become inoperative. This can impair the driver's forward vision which may lead to a collision.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: WINDSCREEN WIPERS MAY BECOME INEFFECTIVE Defect: It has been identified that under certain operating conditions the windscreen wipers may become inoperative. This can impair the driver's forward vision which may lead to a collision. Remedy: Recalled vehicles will have the integrated power module (TIPM) part number inspected. Modules found with a part number which ends in AA through AL must have two external wiper relays installed. Additionally the TIPM software will be reprogrammed.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: windscreen wipers may become ineffective.
The Fix
The dealer will inspect the integrated power module (TIPM) part number. The fix is a software update, which usually takes under an hour at the dealer.
Are You Affected?
Nitro may be included. Chrysler estimates 1,661 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with Chrysler, because not every car in the date range may be included.
Which Car Is It?
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What To Do Now
- Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with Chrysler.
- Book with any franchised Chrysler dealer, quoting the campaign code J28 or the DVSA reference R/2010/018. See how to get a Chrysler recall fixed.
- Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
Related Recalls
| Launched | Vehicle and fault | Severity | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cherokee, Dodge Caliber, Grand Voyager, Jeep Compass and 4 moreSteering column performance during an impact may be compromised | Urgent | R/2011/081 | |
| Cherokee, NitroPark brake may not be effective | Urgent | R/2008/168 | |
| VoyagerWindscreen wipers may fail to operate | Book soon | R/2006/145 |
This is one of 71 Chrysler recalls in DVSA’s data. The Chrysler recall launched before it was R/2009/134 on 10 Mar 2010, for fire may occur. The one launched after it was R/2010/142 on 20 Sep 2010, for braking efficiency may be affected. You can also see every Chrysler recall and all recalls launched in 2010.
Source: DVSA recall R/2010/018, launched 30 April 2010. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.
Sources
- The Code does not itself say repairs are free. GOV.UK guidance says "You will not usually have to pay for any repairs or parts under a safety recall." gov.uk Checked 15 Oct 2026.