Large Recall NHTSA · 02V076000 Reported March 8, 2002

Daimlerchrysler/seat belt

Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) · Seat Belts · 545,311 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
02V076000
Manufacturer Campaign
B09
Component
Seat Belts
Vehicles Affected
545,311
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
March 8, 2002

Defect Summary

On certain minivans, some trim material can loosen and drop into the rear outboard seat belt assembly, causing the seat belt to become inoperative.

Safety Consequence

In the event of a crash, the seat occupant may not be properly restrained, increasing the risk of personal injury.

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the trim with foam blockers and inspect and replace all 3rd row seat belt assemblies. owner notification began june 3, 2002. 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 02V076000 or campaign B09.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 02V076000

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

What is recall 02V076000?

NHTSA recall 02V076000 was issued by Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) on March 8, 2002. It addresses: Daimlerchrysler/seat belt. The recall affects approximately 545,311 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 02V076000 or the manufacturer campaign number B09. 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.