Dodge Recall 97V-200: Tires – bead

Affected: 1997 Dodge Caravan, 1997 Dodge Grand Caravan, 1997 Plymouth Grand Voyager and 1 more. Filed with NHTSA on November 13, 1997, covering about 25,000 vehicles.

The problem

Vehicle description: passenger minivans equipped with p215/65r15 Goodyear conquest tires mounted on steel wheel. The tires can experience a sudden air pressure loss without warning.

The risk

Sudden tire failure could result in a loss of driver control of the vehicle.

The fix

Dealers will replace the tires that were mounted on steel wheels.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign97V-200 (97V200000)
ManufacturerChrysler (FCA US, LLC)
ComponentTires › Bead
Report dateNovember 13, 1997
Owners notifiedJanuary 6, 1998
Vehicles affected25,000
Initiated byManufacturer

Vehicles covered

Owner complaints about the wheels & tires

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 97V-200 repair free?

Yes. Dodge dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the tires that were mounted on steel wheels.

How do I know if my car is included?

Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 25,000 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.