NHTSA Recall 14V795000: Switch (electrical system)
Chrysler Group LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 54,164 vehicles. It affects 5 models including the Dodge Dakota.
| NHTSA campaign | 14V795000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | P80 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › IGNITION › SWITCH |
| Report received | December 16, 2014 |
| Owner notification | March 27, 2015 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2006-2007 Dodge Ram 1500, 2500, 3500, Dakota, and 2006 Mitsubishi Raider vehicles manufactured July 1, 2005, to July 31, 2006 with manual transmissions. The return springs in the clutch ignition interlock switch may break.
Safety risk
Broken springs can result in a no-start condition, or cause unintended movement when the ignition is cranked, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the clutch ignition interlock switch, free of charge. The recall began on March 27, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is P80.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 14V795000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Dodge Dakota | 2006, 2007 |
| Dodge RAM 1500 | 2006, 2007 |
| Dodge RAM 2500 | 2006, 2007 |
| Dodge RAM 3500 | 2006, 2007 |
| Mitsubishi Raider | 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.