Safety Recall NHTSA · 79V232000 Reported October 22, 1979

Structure:frame:members and body:other parts

Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) · N/A · 4,000 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
79V232000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
4,000
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
October 22, 1979

Defect Summary

The defect involves the potential for exhaust gas (containing carbon monoxide) entry into the passenger compartment which can occur as a result of improperly retained plastic sealing plugs in the rear quarter panel/trunk area of the vehicle. Carbon monoxide is a toxic gas which in sufficient quantity and exposure time is potentially lethal.

Corrective Action

Dealer will install improved quarter panel sealing plugs without charge to owner.

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 79V232000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 79V232000

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

What is recall 79V232000?

NHTSA recall 79V232000 was issued by Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) on October 22, 1979. It addresses: Structure:frame:members and body:other parts. The recall affects approximately 4,000 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 79V232000 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.