Fmvss 208/air bag deployment/child seat
Defect Summary
On certain pickup trucks fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 208, 'occupant crash protection. the passenger air bag may deploy with excessive force when certain model rear facing child seats are installed in the right front passenger seat position.
Safety Consequence
This can increase the risk of injury to a child seat occupant during certain crash conditions.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the passenger air bag cushion and reprogram the occupant restraint controller. the recall began on october 20, 2006. owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) or involving Air Bags.
FAQ: Recall 06V353000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 06V353000?
NHTSA recall 06V353000 was issued by Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) on September 14, 2006. It addresses: Fmvss 208/air bag deployment/child seat. The recall affects approximately 144,750 vehicles, with the defect involving the Air Bags component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 06V353000 or the manufacturer campaign number F40. 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.