2000-2001 Chrysler 300M, Chrysler Concorde and others recall: frame and members

Daimlerchrysler Corporation reported this safety recall on August 2, 2001. It covers about 282,470 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 282,470
reported: Aug 2, 2001
owners notified: Dec 17, 2001
related complaints: 110

Structure: frame and members

What is wrong: Vehicle description: certain passenger vehicles (non-sunroof only) fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 201, "occupant protection in interior impact."
Risk: In the event of a crash, there is a potential for injury if the occupant's head were to contact the b-pillar.
Remedy: Owners will be sent a storage bin accessory unit that can be attached to the b-pillar along with installation instructions. However, if an owner wishes, the dealer can perform the installation. Owner notification began december 17, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact daimlerchrysler at 1‑800‑853‑1403.

Recall number 01V273000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 110 complaints about body problems.

2000 Chrysler 300M 2001 Chrysler 300M 2000 Chrysler Concorde 2001 Chrysler Concorde 2000 Chrysler LHS 2001 Chrysler LHS 2000 Dodge Intrepid 2001 Dodge Intrepid

Questions about recall 01V273000

Is there a recall on the 2000-2001 Chrysler 300M, Chrysler Concorde and others frame and members?

Yes. Recall 01V273000, reported on August 2, 2001, covers about 282,470 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 01V273000?

Owners will be sent a storage bin accessory unit that can be attached to the b-pillar along with installation instructions. However, if an owner wishes, the dealer can perform the installation. Owner notification began december 17, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact daimlerchrysler at 1‑800‑853‑1403.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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