Large Recall NHTSA · 04V021000 Reported January 13, 2004

Daimlerchrysler/floor shift ignition-park interloc

Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) · Power Train · 2,315,768 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
04V021000
Manufacturer Campaign
C45
Component
Power Train
Vehicles Affected
2,315,768
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
January 13, 2004

Defect Summary

On certain passenger vehicles, the floor shifter ignition-park interlock may fail and allow the shifter to be moved out of the park position with the key removed. an inoperative interlock may also allow the key to be removed when the shifter has not been placed in the park position.

Safety Consequence

Either circumstance may result in the vehicle rolling away without warning.

Corrective Action

Dealers will install a new load-limiting push rod into the floor shifter lever of the affected vehicles. owner notification began on june 14, 2004. owners 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 04V021000 or campaign C45.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 04V021000

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

What is recall 04V021000?

NHTSA recall 04V021000 was issued by Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) on January 13, 2004. It addresses: Daimlerchrysler/floor shift ignition-park interloc. The recall affects approximately 2,315,768 vehicles, with the defect involving the Power Train component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 04V021000 or the manufacturer campaign number C45. 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.