Safety Recall NHTSA · 00V225002 Reported August 10, 2000

Daimlerchrysler/steering gear assembly

Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) · Steering · 2,865 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
00V225002
Manufacturer Campaign
894
Component
Steering
Vehicles Affected
2,865
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
August 10, 2000

Defect Summary

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. a nut in the steering gear assembly was not properly tightened, resulting in symptoms ranging from steering wheel vibration to stiff steering, and in the worst case, no ability to turn left.

Safety Consequence

A loss of steering control could increase the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect these vehicles and replace the steering gear assembly if a loose nut connection is found.

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 00V225002 or campaign 894.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 00V225002

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

What is recall 00V225002?

NHTSA recall 00V225002 was issued by Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) on August 10, 2000. It addresses: Daimlerchrysler/steering gear assembly. The recall affects approximately 2,865 vehicles, with the defect involving the Steering component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 00V225002 or the manufacturer campaign number 894. 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.