Recall 06V-494: 2007 Chrysler Sebring

DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION recall for visibility, reported to NHTSA on Dec 29, 2006, covering about 6,086 vehicles.

NHTSA number
06V-494
Report date
Dec 29, 2006
Vehicles affected
6,086
Owners notified
Jan 2, 2007

The problem

On certain vehicles equipped with automatic temperature control (Atc) only, the software programmed into the heating ventilation and air conditioning (Hvac) module may cause the windshield defrosting and defogging functions to become inoperative.

The risk

This can decrease the driver's visibility under certain driving conditions and result in a crash without warning.

The fix

Dealers will reprogram the HVAC module. The recall began on january 2, 2007. Owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

Notes

Daimlerchrysler recall no. F51.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
ComponentVisibility › Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number06V494000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Chrysler Sebring2007All 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 06V-494?

On certain vehicles equipped with automatic temperature control (Atc) only, the software programmed into the heating ventilation and air conditioning (Hvac) module may cause the windshield defrosting and defogging functions to become inoperative.

How is recall 06V-494 fixed?

Dealers will reprogram the HVAC module. The recall began on january 2, 2007. 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.