The problem
Vehicle description: certain van, wagon, pickup trucks, passenger and sport utility vehicles, fail to comply with requirements of FMVSS no. 209, "seat belt assemblies." the front seat belt retractor May not comply with the requirements of the standard.
The risk
If the retractor does not work properly, it will not adequately protect occupants in the event of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the seat belt retractor. Owner notification began August 20, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 01V-119 (01V119000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 978 |
| Manufacturer | Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) |
| Component | Seat belts › Front › Retractor |
| Report date | April 11, 2001 |
| Owners notified | August 20, 2001 |
| Vehicles affected | 161,682 |
| Initiated by | OVSC |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the seat belts
- 1999 Chrysler Concorde seat belt problems 7
- 1999 Chrysler LHS seat belt problems 4
- 1999 Chrysler Town and Country seat belt problems 6
- 1999 Dodge Caravan seat belt problems 22
- 1999 Dodge Dakota seat belt problems 6
- 1999 Dodge Durango seat belt problems 30
- 1999 Dodge Intrepid seat belt problems 16
- 1999 Dodge Ram seat belt problems 17
- 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee seat belt problems 25
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 01V-119 repair free?
Yes. Chrysler dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the seat belt retractor. Owner notification began August 20, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact…
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 161,682 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.