The problem
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The front seat belt buckles were not properly riveted to the support strap.
The risk
In the event of a vehicle crash, the seat belt assembly would have reduced strength, increasing the risk of personal injury.
The fix
Dealers will replace the front outer seat belt buckles with buckles that have been properly riveted.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 98V-105 (98V105000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) |
| Component | Seat belts › Front › Buckle assembly |
| Report date | May 14, 1998 |
| Owners notified | June 1, 1998 |
| Vehicles affected | 4,200 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the seat belts
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 98V-105 repair free?
Yes. Dodge dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the front outer seat belt buckles with buckles that have been properly riveted.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 4,200 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.