Safety Recall NHTSA · 00V033000 Reported February 4, 2000

Daimlerchrysler/seat belt retractors

Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) · Seat Belts · 7,580 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
00V033000
Manufacturer Campaign
863
Component
Seat Belts
Vehicles Affected
7,580
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
February 4, 2000

Defect Summary

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. the molding flash on the primary lever may prevent the operation of the g-lock and tilt lock functions on some of the driver's side retractors.

Safety Consequence

If this occurs in a frontal crash situation, driver protection from the seat belt may be reduced, increasing the risk of injury.

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the left front retractor assemblies.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) dealer and reference recall ID 00V033000 or campaign 863.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 00V033000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 00V033000?

NHTSA recall 00V033000 was issued by Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) on February 4, 2000. It addresses: Daimlerchrysler/seat belt retractors. The recall affects approximately 7,580 vehicles, with the defect involving the Seat Belts component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 00V033000 or the manufacturer campaign number 863. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.