Recall 95V-088: 1994 Dodge Dakota, 1994–1995 Dodge RAM

CHRYSLER CORPORATION recall for steering, reported to NHTSA on May 12, 1995, covering about 293,043 vehicles.

NHTSA number
95V-088
Report date
May 12, 1995
Vehicles affected
293,043
Owners notified
Jul 17, 1995

The problem

While making a turn, the extra keys on a vehicle operator's key ring can become temporarily lodged in the screw access holes in the back cover of the steering wheel.

The risk

This condition can hamper the steering wheel return orcause the ignition to be turned off, resulting in loss of vehicle control and an accident.

The fix

Dealers will replace the steering wheel back cover with a redesigned cover.

Notes

System: steering wheel and column.vehicle description: light duty trucks and club cab trucks.if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided free of charge within a reasonable time, please contact chrysler at1-800-853-1403. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.

Recall details

ManufacturerCHRYSLER CORPORATION
ComponentSteering › Steering Wheel/Handle Bar
Recall started byNHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation)
NHTSA campaign number95V088000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Dodge Dakota1994All years
Dodge RAM1994, 1995All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 95V-088?

While making a turn, the extra keys on a vehicle operator's key ring can become temporarily lodged in the screw access holes in the back cover of the steering wheel.

How is recall 95V-088 fixed?

Dealers will replace the steering wheel back cover with a redesigned cover.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.