Chrysler recalls about 15,000 cars a Dart engine problem

Chrysler announced Monday that it proceeded recalling about 15,000 compact cars Dodge Dart brand, including nearly 2,000 in Canada, because they could stop in cold weather.

The recall affects cars from model year 2013 to the 1.4 liter engine has four cylinders, a robotic transmission.

According to the manufacturer, the problem was discovered during internal audits has. The company maintains that the engine of a Dart parked for eight hours in a room at about minus 5 degrees Celsius hold a few moments after starting. Further investigation has shown that similar complaints had been filed with dealers.

These recalibreront the computer that controls the engine and transmission without it costs anything to consumers.

Chrysler said not to be aware of accidents or injuries caused by the problem.

Of the total number of vehicles affected by the recall, about 12,900 are in the United States and its territories, Canada 1900, five in Mexico, and 16 are located on the outside of North America, a precise Chrysler on its website.