NHTSA Recall 01V273000: Frame and members (structure)
DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 282,470 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the Chrysler 300M.
| NHTSA campaign | 01V273000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 991 |
| Component | STRUCTURE › FRAME AND MEMBERS |
| Report received | August 2, 2001 |
| Owner notification | December 17, 2001 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Vehicle Safety Compliance |
Defect
Vehicle description: certain passenger vehicles (non-sunroof only) fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 201, "occupant protection in interior impact."
Safety risk
In the event of a crash, there is a potential for injury if the occupant's head were to contact the b-pillar.
Remedy
Owners will be sent a storage bin accessory unit that can be attached to the b-pillar along with installation instructions. However, if an owner wishes, the dealer can perform the installation. Owner notification began december 17, 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 01V273000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Chrysler 300M | 2000, 2001 |
| Chrysler Concorde | 2000, 2001 |
| Chrysler Lhs | 2000, 2001 |
| Dodge Intrepid | 2000, 2001 |
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.