Recall 99V-113: 1993–1995 Chrysler Town and Country, 1993–1995 Dodge Caravan and 3 more

DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION recall for air bags, reported to NHTSA on May 6, 1999, covering about 736,824 vehicles.

NHTSA number
99V-113
Report date
May 6, 1999
Vehicles affected
736,824
Owners notified
Aug 2, 1999

The problem

Vehicle description: mini vans. The wiring that initiates the driver and/or passenger air bag could electrically short circuit to ground. A short circuit to ground that exists immediately after turning the ignition key to the "on" or "start" position can cause the air bag(S) to inadvertently deploy.

The risk

Inadvertent air bag deployment can injure a front seat occupant.

The fix

Dealers will perform an electronic diagnostic check. Any short circuits identified in either the driver's or passenger side air bag initiator wire circuit will be repaired.

Notes

Owner notification began august 2, 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 chrysler 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).

Recall details

ManufacturerDAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION
ComponentAir Bags
Recall started byNHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation)
NHTSA campaign number99V113000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Chrysler Town and Country1993, 1994, 1995All years
Dodge Caravan1993, 1994, 1995All years
Dodge Grand Caravan1993, 1994, 1995All years
Plymouth Grand Voyager1993, 1994, 1995All years
Plymouth Voyager1993, 1994, 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 99V-113?

Vehicle description: mini vans. The wiring that initiates the driver and/or passenger air bag could electrically short circuit to ground. A short circuit to ground that exists immediately after turning the ignition key to the "on" or "start" position can cause the air bag(S) to inadvertently deploy.

How is recall 99V-113 fixed?

Dealers will perform an electronic diagnostic check. Any short circuits identified in either the driver's or passenger side air bag initiator wire circuit will be repaired.

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.