NHTSA Recall 07V299000: Interior lighting
DAIMLERCHRYSLER MANUFACTURING INTL reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 4,433 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Dodge Sprinter 2500.
| NHTSA campaign | 07V299000 |
|---|---|
| Component | INTERIOR LIGHTING |
| Report received | July 13, 2007 |
| Owner notification | December 17, 2007 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain trucks equipped with rear air conditioning system, the interior lamp is equipped with an 18w lamp and a scattering lens. In extremely hot and humid conditions, the combination of heat and humidity, and the heat from the lamp due to extreme long term operation, can distort the scattering lens.
Safety risk
The switching contacts of the lamp may cause a short circuit of the rear lamp increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the rear interior lamps free of charge with a modified version which is not subject to the impacts of heat and humidity. The recall began on december 17, 2007. Owners may contact daimlerchrysler manufacturing international at 1-843-695-5041.
Notes
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 07V299000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Dodge Sprinter 2500 | 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006 |
| Freightliner Sprinter 2500 | 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006 |
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.