NHTSA Recall 99V212000: Recliner (seats)
DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 227,283 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Dodge Shadow.
| NHTSA campaign | 99V212000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 729 |
| Component | SEATS › FRONT ASSEMBLY › RECLINER |
| Report received | August 6, 1999 |
| Owner notification | August 23, 1999 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The lower seat back attaching bolt on the driver seat can fail and separate.
Safety risk
If the bolt fails while the vehicle is being driven, the driver could lose control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the lower seat back attaching bolt on the driver's seat with a higher strength bolt that includes a self locking nylon patch.
Notes
Owner notification began august 23, 1999.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 daimlerchrysler at 1-800-992-1997. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 99V212000
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.