The problem
Vehicle description: van and wagon model passenger vehicles. If water/road salt gets on the interior floor of the vehicle in the proximity of the air bag electronic control module (aecm), the aecm can corrode. The resulting corrosion can cause the driver side air bag to deploy inadvertently.
The risk
Deployment of the air bag without warning could cause a driver to lose vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash and personal injury.
The fix
Dealers wil replace the aecm with an aecm that is sealed from moisture intrusion.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 99V-023 (99V023000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 815 |
| Manufacturer | Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) |
| Component | Air bags › Frontal |
| Report date | February 5, 1999 |
| Owners notified | March 8, 1999 |
| Vehicles affected | 250,845 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the air bags
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 99V-023 repair free?
Yes. Dodge dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers wil replace the aecm with an aecm that is sealed from moisture intrusion.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 250,845 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.