Large Recall NHTSA · 97V078000 Reported May 10, 1997

Chrysler/seat back bolt

Q: What is recall 97V078000?

NHTSA recall 97V078000 was issued by Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) on May 10, 1997. It addresses: Chrysler/seat back bolt. The recall affects approximately 148,000 vehicles , with the defect involving the Seats component.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) · Seats · 148,000 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

97V078000

Manufacturer Campaign

NR (Not Reported)

Manufacturer

Chrysler (fca Us, Llc)

Component

Seats

Vehicles Affected

148,000

Recall Type

Vehicle

Report Received

May 10, 1997

Defect Summary

The lower seat back attaching bolt on the driver's seat can fail and separate.

Safety Consequence

If the bolt fails while the vehicle is being driven, the driver could lose control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the lower seat back attaching bolt on the driver's seat with a higher strength bolt that includes a self locking nylon patch.

What you should do

Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
Contact an authorized Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) dealer and reference recall ID 97V078000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.

View Official NHTSA Notice →

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FAQ: Recall 97V078000

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

What is recall 97V078000?

NHTSA recall 97V078000 was issued by Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) on May 10, 1997. It addresses: Chrysler/seat back bolt. The recall affects approximately 148,000 vehicles, with the defect involving the Seats component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 97V078000 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.