NHTSA Recall 97V169000: Steering wheel/handle bar (steering)
CHRYSLER CORPORATION reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 375,000 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Dodge Neon.
| NHTSA campaign | 97V169000 |
|---|---|
| Component | STEERING › STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR |
| Report received | October 7, 1997 |
| Owner notification | November 15, 1997 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The steering column coupler can become disconnected when the vehicle experiences an underbody impact.
Safety risk
Loss of steering control can occur.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the steering column coupler with a coupler design that collapses on impact.
Notes
Owner notification is expected to begin during november 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 1-800-992-1997.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Vehicles covered by recall 97V169000
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.