NHTSA Recall 97V095000: Hinge and attachments (structure)
CHRYSLER CORPORATION reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 219,000 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Chrysler Cirrus.
| NHTSA campaign | 97V095000 |
|---|---|
| Component | STRUCTURE › BODY › HOOD › HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS |
| Report received | June 6, 1997 |
| Owner notification | July 14, 1997 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The secondary hood latch spring can disengage from its retention hole if the hood is slammed shut.
Safety risk
If this condition occurs simultaneously without engaging the primary latch, the hood would not be restrained increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the secondary hood latch spring with a longer end hook spring.
Notes
Owner notification:owner notification began july 14, 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 97V095000
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.