Dodge Recall 95V-088: Steering – steering wheel/handle bar

Affected: 1995 Dodge Ram. Filed with NHTSA on May 12, 1995, covering about 293,043 vehicles.

The problem

While making a turn, the extra keys on a vehicle operator's key ring can become temporarily lodged in the screw access holes in the back cover of the steering wheel.

The risk

This condition can hamper the steering wheel return orcause the ignition to be turned off, resulting in loss of vehicle control and an accident.

The fix

Dealers will replace the steering wheel back cover with a redesigned cover.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign95V-088 (95V088000)
ManufacturerChrysler (FCA US, LLC)
ComponentSteering › Steering wheel/handle bar
Report dateMay 12, 1995
Owners notifiedJuly 17, 1995
Vehicles affected293,043
Initiated byNHTSA investigation

Vehicles covered

Owner complaints about the steering

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 95V-088 repair free?

Yes. Dodge dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the steering wheel back cover with a redesigned cover.

How do I know if my car is included?

Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 293,043 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.