The problem
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The secondary hood latch spring can disengage from its retention hole if the hood is slammed shut.
The risk
If this condition occurs simultaneously without engaging the primary latch, the hood would not be restrained increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the secondary hood latch spring with a longer end hook spring.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 97V-095 (97V095000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) |
| Component | Structure › Body › Hood › Hinge and attachments |
| Report date | June 6, 1997 |
| Owners notified | July 14, 1997 |
| Vehicles affected | 219,000 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the body & structure
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 97V-095 repair free?
Yes. Chrysler dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the secondary hood latch spring with a longer end hook spring.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 219,000 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.