Check a vehicle VIN check Latest recalls Latest complaints Common problems Rankings Compare vehicles Recall roundups All makes Guides Share your experience
Theme

Safety recall · 01I012000

Steering wheel / handle bar Chrysler recall

DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION reported this recall to NHTSA on July 5, 2001. It covers about 9,800 vehicles across 2 model years listed below. The repair is free.

Campaign
01I012000
Reported
Jul 5, 2001
Vehicles
9,800
Area
Steering

The problem

This is not a safety recall in accordance with the safety act. However, it is deemed a safety improvement campaign by the agency. Vehicle description: 1998-1999 chrysler sebring jxi limited convertibles. The steering column intermediate shaft coupler pinch bolt retaining pin could snag and/or fray the edge of the driver's side floor mat.

The risk

This could interfere with the steering control of the vehicle.

The fix

Dealer will replace the steering column intermediate shaft coupler pinch bolt and retaining pin. In addition, the front floor mats will be replaced.

Contacts

Daimlerchrysler has decided to conduct a customer satisfaction campaign to replace the steering column intermediate shaft coupler pinch bolt, retaining pin, e-clip and the front floor mats. Owners can contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403, concerning this program.

What to do

  1. Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
  2. Call a dealer. Any authorized Chrysler dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 01I012000.
  3. Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
  4. Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.

Vehicles covered

VehicleComplaintsRecallsGrade
1998 Chrysler Sebring26710D
1999 Chrysler Sebring1729C

Questions

Is the 01I012000 recall repair free?

Yes. Federal law requires the manufacturer to fix safety recalls free of charge. DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION's dealers do the work; the remedy is described above.

How do I know if my vehicle is part of recall 01I012000?

Not every vehicle of a listed model year is included. Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or call a dealer with your VIN.

When was recall 01I012000 announced?

DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION reported it to NHTSA on July 5, 2001. Owners are usually notified by mail within about two months.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked daily. Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data

Owners helping owners

Know before you drive.

Every experience you share - good or bad - shows on that vehicle's page and helps the next owner and buyer. Two minutes, anonymous.

Share your experience