Safety Recall NHTSA · 01V232000 Reported July 6, 2001

Daimlerchrysler/steering rack and pinion mount

Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) · Steering · 4,000 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
01V232000
Manufacturer Campaign
988
Component
Steering
Vehicles Affected
4,000
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
July 6, 2001

Defect Summary

Vehicle description: 4x2 pickup truck convertibles equipped with v6 engines (built from november 1988 - june 1990) and 4x2 pickup trucks equipped with the shelby package (built october 1988 - june 1989). the frame can crack at the steering gear attachment and/or the steering gear mounting bolts can fracture.

Safety Consequence

The steering gear can separate from the vehicle frame resulting in a loss of vehicle control increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.

Corrective Action

Dealers will add reinforcements to the frame and replace the steering gear mounting bolts. if the frame is already cracked, the steering gear weld nuts will also be replaced. owner notification began august 27, 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

  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 01V232000 or campaign 988.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 01V232000

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

What is recall 01V232000?

NHTSA recall 01V232000 was issued by Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) on July 6, 2001. It addresses: Daimlerchrysler/steering rack and pinion mount. The recall affects approximately 4,000 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 01V232000 or the manufacturer campaign number 988. 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.