Safety Recall NHTSA · 07V299000 Reported July 13, 2007

Rear airconditioning/interior lamps

Q: What is recall 07V299000?

NHTSA recall 07V299000 was issued by Daimlerchrysler Manufacturing Intl on July 13, 2007. It addresses: Rear airconditioning/interior lamps. The recall affects approximately 4,433 vehicles , with the defect involving the N/A component.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Daimlerchrysler Manufacturing Intl · N/A · 4,433 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

07V299000

Manufacturer Campaign

NR (Not Reported)

Manufacturer

Daimlerchrysler Manufacturing Intl

Component

N/A

Vehicles Affected

4,433

Recall Type

Vehicle

Report Received

July 13, 2007

Defect Summary

On certain trucks equipped with rear air conditioning system, the interior lamp is equipped with an 18w lamp and a scattering lens. in extremely hot and humid conditions, the combination of heat and humidity, and the heat from the lamp due to extreme long term operation, can distort the scattering lens.

Safety Consequence

The switching contacts of the lamp may cause a short circuit of the rear lamp increasing the risk of a fire.

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the rear interior lamps free of charge with a modified version which is not subject to the impacts of heat and humidity. the recall began on december 17, 2007. owners may contact daimlerchrysler manufacturing international at 1-843-695-5041.

What you should do

Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
Contact an authorized Daimlerchrysler Manufacturing Intl dealer and reference recall ID 07V299000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.

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FAQ: Recall 07V299000

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

What is recall 07V299000?

NHTSA recall 07V299000 was issued by Daimlerchrysler Manufacturing Intl on July 13, 2007. It addresses: Rear airconditioning/interior lamps. The recall affects approximately 4,433 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Daimlerchrysler Manufacturing Intl dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 07V299000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). 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.