NHTSA Recall 06V494000: Defroster/defogger/hvac system (visibility)
DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 6,086 vehicles. It affects 2007 Chrysler Sebring.
| NHTSA campaign | 06V494000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | F51 |
| Component | VISIBILITY › DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM |
| Report received | December 29, 2006 |
| Owner notification | January 2, 2007 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain vehicles equipped with automatic temperature control (atc) only, the software programmed into the heating ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) module may cause the windshield defrosting and defogging functions to become inoperative.
Safety risk
This can decrease the driver's visibility under certain driving conditions and result in a crash without warning.
Remedy
Dealers will reprogram the HVAC module. The recall began on january 2, 2007. Owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Notes
Daimlerchrysler recall no. F51.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 06V494000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Chrysler Sebring | 2007 |
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.