Safety Recall NHTSA · 99V190000 Reported July 16, 1999

Daimlerchrysler/hydraulic clutch line

Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) · Power Train · 8,378 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
99V190000
Manufacturer Campaign
838
Component
Power Train
Vehicles Affected
8,378
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
July 16, 1999

Defect Summary

Vehicle description: pickup trucks equipped with gasoline engines and manual transmissions. the underbody hydraulic clutch line heat shield is too short, allowing the plastic clutch line material to be directly exposed to exhaust temperatures. it is possible to exceed the melting temperature of the clutch line material.

Safety Consequence

If the line melts, hydraulic fluid can leak onto the vehicle exhaust and cause an underbody fire.

Corrective Action

Dealers will install the proper length heat shield.

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 99V190000 or campaign 838.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 99V190000

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

What is recall 99V190000?

NHTSA recall 99V190000 was issued by Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) on July 16, 1999. It addresses: Daimlerchrysler/hydraulic clutch line. The recall affects approximately 8,378 vehicles, with the defect involving the Power Train component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 99V190000 or the manufacturer campaign number 838. 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.