NHTSA Recall 97V079000: Support device/strut (structure)
CHRYSLER CORPORATION reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 436,000 vehicles. It affects 5 models including the Chrysler Town and Country.
| NHTSA campaign | 97V079000 |
|---|---|
| Component | STRUCTURE › BODY › HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE › SUPPORT DEVICE/STRUT |
| Report received | May 16, 1997 |
| Owner notification | August 15, 1997 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
The bolts used to attach the strut to the body and the rear liftgate can accumulate fatigue damage if three factors combine. If the bolt is loose, the gas strut is over-pressurized, and the frequency of opening and closing cycles is higher than for the average customer, the bolt can fail.
Safety risk
Personal injury could occur if the bolts break allowing the liftgate to fall suddenly.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect for loose fasteners, if the fasteners are loose, the strut (and integral bolts) will be replaced. If the bolt shows evidence of torque, the bolt will be removed, larger washers will replace the existing washer and the bolt will be reinstalled and hand tightened to the target torqued.
Notes
Owner notification began during august 1997. 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 chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Vehicles covered by recall 97V079000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Chrysler Town and Country | 1992 |
| Dodge Caravan | 1992 |
| Dodge Grand Caravan | 1992 |
| Plymouth Grand Voyager | 1992 |
| Plymouth Voyager | 1992 |
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.