Safety Recall NHTSA · 85V164000 Reported December 11, 1985

Visual systems:mirrors:rearview:exterior

Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) · Visibility · 10,800 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
85V164000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Visibility
Vehicles Affected
10,800
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
December 11, 1985

Defect Summary

Vans equipped with the optional sunscreen rear glass which has less than 70 percent luminous transmittance and does not have a passenger side outside rearview mirror are not in compliance with fmvss 111, rear view mirrors. consequence of defect: the drivers of these vans do not have the minimum field of vision required by fmvss 111. Without this minimum field of vision the driver cannot maneuver his vehicle safely and may cause an accident.

Corrective Action

Install passenger side outside rearview mirror.

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 85V164000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 85V164000

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

What is recall 85V164000?

NHTSA recall 85V164000 was issued by Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) on December 11, 1985. It addresses: Visual systems:mirrors:rearview:exterior. The recall affects approximately 10,800 vehicles, with the defect involving the Visibility component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 85V164000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). 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.