Recall 05V-134: 2003 Chrysler Town and Country, 2003 Dodge Caravan

DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION recall for latches/locks/linkages, reported to NHTSA on Apr 6, 2005, covering about 70,235 vehicles.

NHTSA number
05V-134
Report date
Apr 6, 2005
Vehicles affected
70,235
Owners notified
Apr 26, 2005

The problem

On certain minivans, the power liftgate (Plg) latch may not engage the striker allowing the liftgate to open while driving.

The risk

In the event of a crash, an unbelted passenger could be ejected from the vehicle.

The fix

Dealers will replace the power liftgate control module free of charge. The recall began april 26, 2005. Owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

Notes

Daimlerchrysler recall no. E06. Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerDAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION
ComponentLatches/Locks/Linkages › Hatchback/Liftgate › Lock
Recall started byNHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation)
NHTSA campaign number05V134000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Chrysler Town and Country2003All years
Dodge Caravan2003All 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 05V-134?

On certain minivans, the power liftgate (Plg) latch may not engage the striker allowing the liftgate to open while driving.

How is recall 05V-134 fixed?

Dealers will replace the power liftgate control module free of charge. The recall began april 26, 2005. Owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

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.