NHTSA Recall # | 41040 |
NHTSA Compaign # | 04V047000 |
MFG Compaign # | D04 |
Manufacturer | DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION |
Supplier | DODGE |
Brand | DODGE |
Model | CARAVAN |
Model Year | 2005 |
Component | SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR |
Date of notification | 23/02/04 |
Begin date of manufacuring | 20/10/03 |
End date of manufacturing | 16/01/04 |
Type of recall | V |
Recall initiator | MFR |
Report received | 03/02/04 |
Report created | 06/02/04 |
Regulation part number | |
FMV safety standard number | |
Estimated number of affected units | 3200 |
Defect summary | After performing the ncap test, it was discovered that on certain minivans equipped without the available "stow 'n go" seating option, the right front seat belt retractor assembly may have been improperly assembled. |
Consequence summary | As a result, the seat belt may not properly restrain the occupant during certain crash conditions, which can increase the risk of injury. |
Corrective action | Dealers will inspect the retractor assemblies and any seat belt assembly that does not have the stake will be replaced. Owner notification began on february 23, 2004. Owners should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403. |
Recall notes | Daimlerchrysler recall no. D04. Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236). |