Recall 00V-366: 2000–2001 Chrysler 300M, 2000 Chrysler Cirrus and 17 more
DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION recall for child seat, reported to NHTSA on Nov 9, 2000, covering about 1,211,756 vehicles.
The problem
Vehicle description: certain passenger vehicles, pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of FMVSS no. 225, "child restraint anchorage systems." some of the owner's manuals for these vehicles are missing instructions that provide a step-by-step procedure, including diagrams, for properly attaching a child restraint system's tether strap to the tether anchorage.
The risk
In the event of a crash, the child seat may not be properly attached increasing the risk of injury to the child.
The fix
Owners will be provided with an addendum to the owner's manuals.
Notes
Owner notification began november 12, 2000.owners who do not receive the free owner's manual addendum within a reasonable time should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Recall details
| Manufacturer | DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION |
|---|---|
| Component | Child Seat |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 00V366000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Chrysler 300M | 2000, 2001 | All years |
| Chrysler Cirrus | 2000 | All years |
| Chrysler Concorde | 2000, 2001 | All years |
| Chrysler LHS | 2000, 2001 | All years |
| Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2001 | All years |
| Chrysler Sebring | 2001 | All years |
| Dodge Dakota | 2001 | All years |
| Dodge Durango | 2001 | All years |
| Dodge Intrepid | 2000, 2001 | All years |
| Dodge Neon | 2000, 2001 | All years |
| Dodge RAM | 2001 | All years |
| Dodge Stratus | 2000, 2001 | All years |
| Dodge Viper | 2000, 2001 | All years |
| Jeep Cherokee | 2001 | All years |
| Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2001 | All years |
| Jeep Wrangler | 2001 | All years |
| Plymouth Breeze | 2000 | All years |
| Plymouth Neon | 2000, 2001 | All years |
| Plymouth Prowler | 2000, 2001 | All 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 00V-366?
Vehicle description: certain passenger vehicles, pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of FMVSS no. 225, "child restraint anchorage systems." some of the owner's manuals for these vehicles are missing instructions that provide a step-by-step procedure, including diagrams, for properly attaching a child restraint system's tether strap to the tether anchorage.
How is recall 00V-366 fixed?
Owners will be provided with an addendum to the owner's manuals.
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.