NHTSA Recall 97V149000: Anchorage (seat belts)
CHRYSLER CORPORATION reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,100,000 vehicles. It affects 5 models including the Chrysler Town and Country.
| NHTSA campaign | 97V149000 |
|---|---|
| Component | SEAT BELTS › FRONT › ANCHORAGE |
| Report received | September 9, 1997 |
| Owner notification | December 8, 1997 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
Vehicle description: passenger MINI-vans. The center rear seat, right outboard side, safety belt anchor hook can become unattached from the body anchor position.
Safety risk
In the event of a vehicle crash, the occupant may not be properly restrained increasing the risk of personal injury.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the anchor hook retaining clip with a revised profile clip and a cover plate.
Notes
Owner notification began december 8, 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 97V149000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Chrysler Town and Country | 1991, 1992, 1993 |
| Dodge Caravan | 1991, 1992, 1993 |
| Dodge Grand Caravan | 1991, 1992, 1993 |
| Plymouth Grand Voyager | 1991, 1992, 1993 |
| Plymouth Voyager | 1991, 1992, 1993 |
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.