Recall 97V-080: 1997 Dodge Dakota, 1997 Dodge Neon and 4 more

CHRYSLER CORPORATION recall for air bags, reported to NHTSA on May 16, 1997, covering about 125,000 vehicles.

NHTSA number
97V-080
Report date
May 16, 1997
Vehicles affected
125,000
Owners notified
Jul 15, 1997

The problem

The electrical circuit design allows the potential for an inadvertent air bag deployment upon vehicle ignition shut down.

The risk

Unexpected air bag deployment can result in occupant injury.

The fix

Dealers will replace the air bag electronic control module with a newly designed module.

Notes

Owner notification began during july 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.

Recall details

ManufacturerCHRYSLER CORPORATION
ComponentAir Bags › Frontal › Sensor/Control Module-Inactive
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number97V080000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Dodge Dakota1997All years
Dodge Neon1997All years
Dodge Viper1997All years
Jeep Grand Cherokee1997All years
Jeep Wrangler1997All years
Plymouth Neon1997All 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 97V-080?

The electrical circuit design allows the potential for an inadvertent air bag deployment upon vehicle ignition shut down.

How is recall 97V-080 fixed?

Dealers will replace the air bag electronic control module with a newly designed module.

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.