NHTSA Recall 00V033000: Retractor (seat belts)
DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 7,580 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the Chrysler 300M.
| NHTSA campaign | 00V033000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 863 |
| Component | SEAT BELTS › FRONT › RETRACTOR |
| Report received | February 4, 2000 |
| Owner notification | March 1, 2000 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The molding flash on the primary lever may prevent the operation of the g-lock and tilt lock functions on some of the driver's side retractors.
Safety risk
If this occurs in a frontal crash situation, driver protection from the seat belt may be reduced, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the left front retractor assemblies.
Notes
Owner notification began march 18, 2000. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-992-1997.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 00V033000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.