Daimlerchrysler/suspension
Defect Summary
Vehicle description: light duty pickup trucks. (2500 and 3500 series 4x4 regular cab pickup produced before march 21, 1995; 2500 and 3500 series 4x4 club cab pickup produced before june 8, 1995; and 3500 series 4x2/4x4 chassis cab trucks produced before june 21, 1995). the front suspension spring/shock towers can crack and eventually separate from the vehicle frame. the shock tower could damage the rear wheel brake lines resulting in loss of rear brake system pressure.
Safety Consequence
This would create the potential for increased stopping distances.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect the spring/shock tower and any vehicles exhibiting cracking will have the tower replaced. vehicles that are do not show any cracking will have a weld-on reinforcement added.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) or involving Suspension.
FAQ: Recall 99V214000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 99V214000?
NHTSA recall 99V214000 was issued by Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) on August 9, 1999. It addresses: Daimlerchrysler/suspension. The recall affects approximately 49,066 vehicles, with the defect involving the Suspension component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 99V214000 or the manufacturer campaign number 835. 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.