Structure:door assembly
Defect Summary
The owner's manual incorrectly states that the front passenger door cannot be opened from the inside if the door is locked until the lock control handle has been pulled up. On these vehicles, the front passenger door can be opened by the inside door handle even if the door is locked.
Safety Consequence
The error in the owner's manual may lead a front seatpassenger to mistakenly open the car door while the vehicle is in motion,believing the inside door handle would not open if the door was locked. Thiscould result in an injury to the front seat passenger.
Corrective Action
Notify the vehicle owners of the error in the owner's manual and inform them of the actual operation of the front door lock system.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) or involving Structure.
FAQ: Recall 92V016000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 92V016000?
NHTSA recall 92V016000 was issued by Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) on February 11, 1992. It addresses: Structure:door assembly. The recall affects approximately 57,000 vehicles, with the defect involving the Structure component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 92V016000 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.