Safety Recall NHTSA · 05V066000 Reported March 1, 2005

Halogen headlamps

Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) · Exterior Lighting · 43,180 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
05V066000
Manufacturer Campaign
E04
Component
Exterior Lighting
Vehicles Affected
43,180
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
March 1, 2005

Defect Summary

Certain sport utility vehicles equipped with halogen headlamps may experience an intermittent and eventual total loss of headlamp function.

Safety Consequence

The head lights may not operate properly which could result in intermittent or no headlight function. this could impair a driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect, and replace if necessary, the wiring harness and low beam bulb on both headlamp assemblies free of charge. the recall began on march 28, 2005. owners may 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 05V066000 or campaign E04.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 05V066000

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

What is recall 05V066000?

NHTSA recall 05V066000 was issued by Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) on March 1, 2005. It addresses: Halogen headlamps. The recall affects approximately 43,180 vehicles, with the defect involving the Exterior Lighting component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 05V066000 or the manufacturer campaign number E04. 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.