Daimlerchrysler/fmvss 225/rear child seat anchor
Defect Summary
Certain passenger vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 225, "child restraint anchorage systems." the right rear "65%" seat center lower anchor was manufactured with a wire diameter that is greater than the maximum allowable dimension as specified in the standard.
Safety Consequence
If the connector for a latch-type child restraint is not attached correctly to the anchorage points, the restraint will not properly protect a child in the event of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect the right rear seat center anchor and, if necessary, resize the anchor to meet the diameter specified within the standard. owner notification began november 4, 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.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) or involving Seats.
FAQ: Recall 02V162000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 02V162000?
NHTSA recall 02V162000 was issued by Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) on June 14, 2002. It addresses: Daimlerchrysler/fmvss 225/rear child seat anchor. The recall affects approximately 77,000 vehicles, with the defect involving the Seats component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 02V162000 or the manufacturer campaign number B21. 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.