NHTSA recall 06V-431 (06V431000)

structure recall reported November 15, 2006 - about 4,350 vehicles affected.

NHTSA campaign number: 06V431000
Also written as: 06V-431
Manufacturer number: F45
Reported: November 15, 2006
Vehicles affected: ~4,350
Component: structure

What is being recalled

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE HOOD LATCH STRIKER MAY BREAK AND ALLOW THE HOOD TO OPEN WHILE DRIVING.

Why it is dangerous

IF THE HOOD OPENS WHILE DRIVING, A CRASH COULD OCCUR WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING.

The fix (free at any franchised dealer)

DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE HOOD LATCH STRIKERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 27, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.

Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 06V-431 when calling a dealer.

Affected 1 model

Chrysler Sebring - 2007

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Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.