The problem
The electrical circuit design allows the potential for an inadvertent air bag deployment upon vehicle ignition shut down.
The risk
Unexpected air bag deployment can result in occupant injury.
The fix
Dealers will replace the air bag electronic control module with a newly designed module.
Contacts
Owner notification began during july 1997. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
What to do
- 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.
- Call a dealer. Any authorized Dodge, Jeep, Plymouth dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 97V080000.
- Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
- Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.