NHTSA Recall 02V162000: Recliner (seats)
DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 77,000 vehicles. It affects 2001 Chrysler Pt Cruiser.
| NHTSA campaign | 02V162000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | B21 |
| Component | SEATS › FRONT ASSEMBLY › RECLINER |
| Report received | June 14, 2002 |
| Owner notification | November 4, 2002 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Certain passenger vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 225, "child restraint anchorage systems." the right rear "65%" seat center lower anchor was manufactured with a wire diameter that is greater than the maximum allowable dimension as specified in the standard.
Safety risk
If the connector for a latch-type child restraint is not attached correctly to the anchorage points, the restraint will not properly protect a child in the event of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the right rear seat center anchor and, if necessary, resize the anchor to meet the diameter specified within the standard. Owner notification began november 4, 2002. 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
Daimlerchrysler recall no. B21.also, customers can 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 02V162000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Chrysler Pt Cruiser | 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.