Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) recalls 2000–2005 Chrysler, Dodge — 4 models

Recall date

June 2, 2015

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Recall number

15V338000

Brand / firm

Chrysler, Dodge, Mitsubishi

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 443,442 units

Why it was recalled

If the passenger side sun visor detaches and is propelled rearward, there is an increased risk of occupant injury.

What was recalled

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain model year 2000-2005 Eclipse vehicles manufactured April 5, 1999, to December 17, 2004, 2001-2005 Eclipse Spyder vehicles manufactured January 19, 2000, to March 18, 2005, 2001-2005 Chrysler Sebring vehicles manufactured April 17, 2000, to February 21, 2005, and 2001-2005 Dodge Stratus vehicles manufactured April 17, 2000, to February 22, 2005. In the affected vehicles, the passenger side sun visor may be folded down in such a position that, if the passenger frontal air bag deploys, the passenger side sun visor may detach.

What to do

MMNA will notify their owners, and Chrysler will notify the Chrysler and Dodge owners. Dealers will install a tether strap to retain the passenger sun visor, free of charge. The recall began on July 20, 2015. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-15-005. Chrysler and Dodge owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R30.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.