21E096 Y85 Mopar Trailer Reverse Steering Control Modules (TRSCM)

November 23, 2021 NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 21E096000

Rearview Image May Not Display/FMVSS 111

A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver’s rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.

 

NHTSA Campaign Number: 21E096

Manufacturer ChryslereBay logo (FCA US, LLC)

Components STEERING, BACK OVER PREVENTION

Potential Number of Units Affected 346

 

Summary

ChryslereBay logo (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain Mopar Trailer Reverse Steering Control Modules (TRSCM) with part numbers 68423566AE and 68423566AF. The TRSCM may prevent the rearview image from displaying. As such, these modules fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, “Rear Visibility.”

 

Remedy

FCA US, LLC will repurchase the TRSCMs. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed January 12, 2022. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC’s number for this recall is Y85.

 

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

 


FCA US LLC (FCA US) has announced an equipment safety recall on certain Trailer Reverse Steering Control Modules (TRSCMs).

  • Mopar Trailer Reverse Steering Control Module 68423566AE
  • Mopar Trailer Reverse Steering Control Module 68423566AF

 

REASON FOR THIS SAFETY RECALL

Some of the above TRSCMs may prevent the rearview image from displaying under certain conditions. An Electronic Throttle Control warning indicator may also be illuminated in the instrument panel cluster. If installed in a vehicle, the vehicle operator will notice that the rearview image is not displayed if attempting to reference the image while backing. If this warning is not heeded, backing without verifying it is safe to do so could lead to an increased risk of injury to people outside the vehicle.

The condition described above does not comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 571.111 S6.2.6 which requires that “The rear visibility system default to the rearview image being visible, and meet the requirements of FMVSS 571.111 S6.2.1 (field of view) and S6.2.2 (image size) at the beginning of each backing event, regardless of any modifications to the field of view that the driver had previously selected.”

 

SERVICE ACTION

FCA US will conduct a voluntary safety recall on all affected parts to repurchase or update the software of suspect TRSCMs. The remedy for this condition is not currently available. Dealers will be notified of the launch of this safety recall by way of established communication methods. This recall is estimated to launch in 1st Quarter of 2022.

 


February 2022

Dealer Service Instructions for:

Equipment Safety Recall Y85 / NHTSA 21E-093 Trailer Reverse Steering Control Module

 

Remedy Available

FCA US LLC (FCA US) has announced an equipment safety recall on certain Trailer Reverse Steering Control Modules (TRSCMs).

  • Mopar Trailer Reverse Steering Control Module 68423566AE
  • Mopar Trailer Reverse Steering Control Module 68423566AF

 

Subject

Some of the above TRSCMs may prevent the rearview image from displaying under certain conditions. An Electronic Throttle Control warning indicator may also be illuminated in the instrument panel cluster. If installed in a vehicle, the vehicle operator will notice that the rearview image is not displayed if attempting to reference the image while backing. If this warning is not heeded, backing without verifying it is safe to do so could lead to an increased risk of injury to people outside the vehicle.

 

The condition described above does not comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 571.111 S6.2.6 which requires that “The rear visibility system default to the rearview image being visible, and meet the requirements of FMVSS 571.111 S6.2.1 (field of view) and S6.2.2 (image size) at the beginning of each backing event, regardless of any modifications to the field of view that the driver had previously selected.”

 

Repair

FCA US will repurchase all suspect trailer reverse steering control modules.

 


IMPORTANT SAFETY RECALL

Trailer Reverse Steering Control Module

 

Dear [Name],

 

This notice is sent to you in accordance with the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act.

 

FCA US has decided that certain Trailer Reverse Steering Control Modules (TRSCMs) fail to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 111 – Rearview mirrors.

  • Mopar Trailer Reverse Steering Control Module 68423566AE
  • Mopar Trailer Reverse Steering Control Module 68423566AF

 

It is extremely important to take steps now to repair your vehicle to ensure the safety of you and your passengers.

 

WHY DOES MY VEHICLE NEED REPAIRS?

FCA records indicate that you may have purchased or had installed a Mopar replacement TRSCM for your vehicle [1]. Some of the above TRSCMs may prevent the rearview image from displaying under certain conditions. An Electronic Throttle Control warning indicator may also be illuminated in the instrument panel cluster. If installed in a vehicle, the vehicle operator will notice that the rearview image is not displayed if attempting to reference the image while backing. If this warning is not heeded, backing without verifying it is safe to do so could lead to an increased risk of injury to people outside the vehicle.

 

The condition described above does not comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 571.111 S6.2.6 which requires that “The rear visibility system default to the rearview image being visible, and meet the requirements of FMVSS 571.111 S6.2.1 (field of view) and S6.2.2 (image size) at the beginning of each backing event, regardless of any modifications to the field of view that the driver had previously selected.”

 

HOW DO I RESOLVE THIS IMPORTANT SAFETY ISSUE?

FCA US is conducting a voluntary equipment safety recall on all affected parts to repurchase, exchange, or update suspect TRSCMs. Be sure to bring the TRSCM module with this letter to your dealership. Your vehicle may also be included in the Y80 Safety Recall for repair of the same TRSCM. To do this, your dealer will update the TRSCM software. The estimated repair time is 30 minutes. In addition, your dealer will require your vehicle for proper check-in, preparation, and check-out during your visit, which may require more time. Your time is important to us, so we recommend that you schedule a service appointment to minimize your inconvenience. Please bring this letter with you to your dealership.

 

TO SCHEDULE YOUR FREE REPAIR,

CALL YOUR CHRYSLEReBay logo, DODGEeBay logo, JEEPeBay logo OR RAMeBay logo DEALER TODAY

 

WHAT IF I ALREADY PAID TO HAVE THIS REPAIR COMPLETED?

If you have already experienced this specific condition and have paid to have it repaired, you may visit www.fcarecallreimbursement.com to submit your reimbursement request online. [3] Once we receive and verify the required documents, reimbursement will be sent to you within 60 days.  If you have had previous repairs  performed and/or already received reimbursement, you may still need to have the recall repair performed.

 

We apologize for any inconvenience, but are sincerely concerned about your safety.  Thank you for your attention to this important matter.

 

Customer Assistance/Field Operations

FCA US LLC

 


 


1 Affected Product

Equipment

BRANDPART NO.PRODUCTION DATES
MOPARTRAILER STEER CONT. MOD.

 


9 Associated Documents

Recall Acknowledgement

RCAK-21E096-7938.pdf 645.142KB

 


Miscellaneous Document – Y85 Rearview Camera Visibility Submitted on November 23, 2021

RMISC-21E096-6366.pdf 421.958KB

 


Noncompliance Notice 573 Report

RCLRPT-21E096-9304.PDF 215.587KB

 


Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) – New Safety Recall Advanced Communication Y85 FCA US LLC (FCA US) has announced an equipment safety recall on certain Trailer Reverse Steering Control Modules (TRSCMs)

RCMN-21E096-1120.pdf 111.687KB

 


ISSUED Interim Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)

RIONL-21E096-6116.pdf 161.382KB

 


Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) – NSRAC re FCA US LLC (FCA US) has announced an equipment safety recall on certain Trailer Reverse Steering Control Modules (TRSCMs).

RCMN-21E096-5790.pdf 194.603KB

 


Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) – NSRAC re FCA US LLC (FCA US) has announced an equipment safety recall on certain Trailer Reverse Steering Control Modules (TRSCMs)

RCMN-21E096-5099.pdf 61.918KB

 


Remedy Instructions and TSB

RCRIT-21E096-5651.pdf 231.224KB

 


ISSUED Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)

RCONL-21E096-6799.pdf 161.851KB

 


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