Daimlerchrysler/throttle blade icing
Defect Summary
Vehicle description: passenger cars. vapors from the positive crankcase ventilation (pcv) system can condense and freeze inside of the throttle body when the vehicle is operated in extremely cold ambient temperatures.
Safety Consequence
This can prevent the throttle from fully returning to idle, which could cause a crash without warning.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace and relocate a pcv system tube.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) or involving N/A.
FAQ: Recall 00V194000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 00V194000?
NHTSA recall 00V194000 was issued by Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) on July 17, 2000. It addresses: Daimlerchrysler/throttle blade icing. The recall affects approximately 263,000 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 00V194000 or the manufacturer campaign number 886. 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.