NHTSA Recall 81V093000: Switch (exterior lighting)
CHRYSLER CORPORATION reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 110,000 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Dodge Aries.
| NHTSA campaign | 81V093000 |
|---|---|
| Component | EXTERIOR LIGHTING › BRAKE LIGHTS › SWITCH |
| Report received | August 5, 1981 |
| Owner notification | August 13, 1981 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
The stop lamp switches installed on the subject vehicles may have inadequate internal switch contact pressure due to an incorrect formation of the switch contact terminals. This lack of switch contact continuity may render the (stop) brake warning lights inoperative.
Safety risk
Not provided.
Remedy
The stop lamp switches on all involved vehicles will be replaced and properly formed terminals will be installed at no cost to owner.
Notes
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: lighting and communications; stop lamp switch.consequences of defect: other drivers would not be alerted to vehicle brakingand a rear end collision could result.
Vehicles covered by recall 81V093000
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.