The problem
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles built with power seat option. The driver's side front seat attaching riser welds were not correct.
The risk
The seat attachment strength would not be sufficient in the event of a vehicle crash increasing the risk of personal injury.
The fix
Dealers will replace the driver's side power front seat rise with a riser that was mig welded.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 98V-076 (98V076000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) |
| Component | Seats › Front assembly › Power adjust |
| Report date | April 8, 1998 |
| Owners notified | May 30, 1998 |
| Vehicles affected | 3,500 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the seats
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 98V-076 repair free?
Yes. Dodge dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the driver's side power front seat rise with a riser that was mig welded.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 3,500 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.