NHTSA recall 16V-401 (16V401000)
air bags recall reported June 3, 2016 - about 16,315 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 16V401000
- Also written as
- 16V-401
- Reported
- June 3, 2016
- Vehicles affected
- ~16,315
- Component
- air bags
What is being recalled
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain model year 2001-2002 Chrysler Sebring and Dodge Stratus vehicles, equipped with beige interiors. The affected vehicles were previously repaired for a recall issue using an incorrect part. The incorrect part may not prevent the passenger side sun visor from detaching if the passenger frontal air bag deploys and the passenger side sun visor is folded down in a certain position.
Why it is dangerous
If the passenger side sun visor detaches and is propelled rearward, there is an increased risk of occupant injury.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Chrysler will notify the affected owners. Dealers will install the correct tether strap to retain the passenger sun visor, free of charge. The recall began July 26, 2016, owners will be sent a second email when parts are available. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 16V-401 when calling a dealer.
Affected 2 models
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.