Front seat electric heater element overheats
Defect Summary
On certain sport utility vehicles equipped with heated seats, the front passenger seat electric heater element could overheat.
Safety Consequence
Overheating could potentially cause a fire.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the heated seat elements. the recall began on july 24, 2006. owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) or involving Seats.
FAQ: Recall 06V197000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 06V197000?
NHTSA recall 06V197000 was issued by Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) on June 7, 2006. It addresses: Front seat electric heater element overheats. The recall affects approximately 111,687 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 06V197000 or the manufacturer campaign number F17. 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.