NHTSA Recall 03V035000: Recliner (seats)
DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,066,000 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the Chrysler 300M.
| NHTSA campaign | 03V035000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | C04 |
| Component | SEATS › FRONT ASSEMBLY › RECLINER |
| Report received | February 5, 2003 |
| Owner notification | April 23, 2003 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain passenger vehicles, seat back recliner bolt breakage can occur resulting in the seat back reclining unexpectedly.
Safety risk
If the seat back unexpectedly reclines while the car is being driven, it could result in loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the recliner bolts. Owner notification began on april 23, 2003. 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. C04. Customers can 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 03V035000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Chrysler 300M | 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002 |
| Chrysler Concorde | 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002 |
| Chrysler Lhs | 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001 |
| Dodge Intrepid | 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002 |
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.