Large Recall NHTSA · 81V093000 Reported August 5, 1981

Brakes:hydraulic:switch:brake light

Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) · Exterior Lighting · 110,000 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
81V093000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Exterior Lighting
Vehicles Affected
110,000
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
August 5, 1981

Defect Summary

The stop lamp switches installed on the subject vehicles may have inadequate internal switch contact pressure due to an incorrect formation of the switch contact terminals. This lack of switch contact continuity may render the (stop) brake warning lights inoperative.

Corrective Action

The stop lamp switches on all involved vehicles will be replaced and properly formed terminals will be installed at no cost 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 81V093000 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 81V093000

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

What is recall 81V093000?

NHTSA recall 81V093000 was issued by Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) on August 5, 1981. It addresses: Brakes:hydraulic:switch:brake light. The recall affects approximately 110,000 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 81V093000 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.