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NHTSA Recall 01V005002: Seats

DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 20 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Chrysler Sebring.

20
vehicles potentially affected
2
models affected
2001
owners notified (February 5)
NHTSA campaign01V005002
Manufacturer campaign968
ComponentSEATS
Report receivedJanuary 8, 2001
Owner notificationFebruary 5, 2001
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. A number of incorrect driver side seat mounting bolts were installed into vehicles.

Safety risk

In the event of a crash, the bolts may not properly secure the seat and could cause increased injury to the driver of the vehicle.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect the seat mounting bolts and then replace the bolts if necessary. Owner notification began february 5, 2001. 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 1-800-853-1403.

Notes

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 01V005002

Make and modelModel years
Chrysler Sebring2001
Dodge Stratus2001

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.