NHTSA Recall 97V080000: Air bags: sensor/control module-inactive
CHRYSLER CORPORATION reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 125,000 vehicles. It affects 6 models including the Dodge Dakota.
| NHTSA campaign | 97V080000 |
|---|---|
| Component | AIR BAGS › FRONTAL › SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE-INACTIVE |
| Report received | May 16, 1997 |
| Owner notification | July 15, 1997 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
The electrical circuit design allows the potential for an inadvertent air bag deployment upon vehicle ignition shut down.
Safety risk
Unexpected air bag deployment can result in occupant injury.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the air bag electronic control module with a newly designed module.
Notes
Owner notification began during july 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 97V080000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Dodge Dakota | 1997 |
| Dodge Neon | 1997 |
| Dodge Viper | 1997 |
| Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1997 |
| Jeep Wrangler | 1997 |
| Plymouth Neon | 1997 |
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.