Seat heaters may overheat
Defect Summary
Fiat chrysler automobiles us llc (chrysler) is recalling certain 2005 dodge dakota pickup trucks equipped with heated seats. these driver and passenger seats may develop hot spots that can result in the seat cushion or seat back having burn holes.
Safety Consequence
The hot spots and burn holes can injure the seat occupant and can increase the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Chrysler will notify owners and dealers will update the seat heating system control features, free of charge. the recall began december 27, 2018. owners may contact chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. chrysler's number for this recall is t80.
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Other recalls from Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) or involving Seats.
FAQ: Recall 17V820000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 17V820000?
NHTSA recall 17V820000 was issued by Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) on December 20, 2017. It addresses: Seat heaters may overheat. The recall affects approximately 16,900 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 17V820000 or the manufacturer campaign number T80. 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.