Large Recall NHTSA · 00V135000 Reported May 10, 2000

Daimlerchrysler/ignition switch/wiring

Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) · Electrical System · 690,000 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
00V135000
Manufacturer Campaign
875
Component
Electrical System
Vehicles Affected
690,000
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
May 10, 2000

Defect Summary

Vehicle description: light duty pickup trucks. the affected vehicles were built with an ignition switch and wiring that could overheat. high electrical current loads pass through the switch when the blower motor is operated on high for an extended periods of time.

Safety Consequence

This could cause the ignition switch and wiring to overheat.

Corrective Action

Dealers will install a relay and overlay harness.

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 00V135000 or campaign 875.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 00V135000

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

What is recall 00V135000?

NHTSA recall 00V135000 was issued by Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) on May 10, 2000. It addresses: Daimlerchrysler/ignition switch/wiring. The recall affects approximately 690,000 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electrical System component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 00V135000 or the manufacturer campaign number 875. 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.