Large Recall NHTSA · 01V119000 Reported April 11, 2001

Daimlerchrysler/fmvss 209/retractor

Q: What is recall 01V119000?

NHTSA recall 01V119000 was issued by Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) on April 11, 2001. It addresses: Daimlerchrysler/fmvss 209/retractor. The recall affects approximately 161,682 vehicles , with the defect involving the Seat Belts component.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) · Seat Belts · 161,682 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

01V119000

Manufacturer Campaign

978

Manufacturer

Chrysler (fca Us, Llc)

Component

Seat Belts

Vehicles Affected

161,682

Recall Type

Vehicle

Report Received

April 11, 2001

Defect Summary

Vehicle description: certain van, wagon, pickup trucks, passenger and sport utility vehicles, fail to comply with requirements of fmvss no. 209, "seat belt assemblies." the front seat belt retractor may not comply with the requirements of the standard.

Safety Consequence

If the retractor does not work properly, it will not adequately protect occupants in the event of a crash.

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the seat belt retractor. owner notification began august 20, 2001. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

What you should do

Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
Contact an authorized Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) dealer and reference recall ID 01V119000 or campaign 978.
Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.

View Official NHTSA Notice →

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FAQ: Recall 01V119000

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

What is recall 01V119000?

NHTSA recall 01V119000 was issued by Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) on April 11, 2001. It addresses: Daimlerchrysler/fmvss 209/retractor. The recall affects approximately 161,682 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 01V119000 or the manufacturer campaign number 978. 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.