The problem
Vehicle description: light duty pickup trucks. The affected vehicles were built with an ignition switch and wiring that could overheat. High electrical current loads pass through the switch when the blower motor is operated on high for an extended periods of time.
The risk
This could cause the ignition switch and wiring to overheat.
The fix
Dealers will install a relay and overlay harness.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 00V-135 (00V135000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 875 |
| Manufacturer | Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) |
| Component | Electrical system › Ignition › Switch |
| Report date | May 10, 2000 |
| Owners notified | June 26, 2000 |
| Vehicles affected | 690,000 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA investigation |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the electrical system
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 00V-135 repair free?
Yes. Dodge dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will install a relay and overlay harness.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 690,000 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.