2001 Chrysler 300M Recalls

Learn What to Do if Your 300M Has Been Recalled

The following recalls have been announced by Chrysler, so if you own a 2001 300M take action immediately to get your automobile fixed. Interested in how this information is collected? Read more about recalls and the NHTSA.

  1. Call Chrysler to get more information. Verify that the cost of repairs will be covered free of charge
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Recent 2001 300M Recalls

  • EXTERIOR LIGHTING Recall for 2001 CHRYSLER 300M

    • Recall Announced APRIL 07 2009
    • NHTSA Reference #09E012000
    • Number Affected 16,270

    Summary: Sabersport is recalling 16,270 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. These headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no. 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, And Associated Equipment." These lamps do not contain the required amber side reflectors.

    Consequence: Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.

    Fix: Sabersport will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. The safety recall began on May 11, 2009. Owners may contact sabersport at 1-909-598-7589.

    For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #09E012000 »

  • SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINER Recall for 2001 CHRYSLER 300M

    • Recall Announced FEBRUARY 05 2003
    • NHTSA Reference #03V035000
    • Number Affected 1,066,000

    Summary: On certain passenger vehicles, seat back recliner bolt breakage can occur resulting in the seat back reclining unexpectedly.

    Consequence: If the seat back unexpectedly reclines while the car is being driven, it could result in loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Fix: Dealers will replace the recliner bolts. Owner notification began on April 23, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact DaimlerChrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

    For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #03V035000 »

  • STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS Recall for 2001 CHRYSLER 300M

    • Recall Announced AUGUST 02 2001
    • NHTSA Reference #01V273000
    • Number Affected 282,470

    Summary: Vehicle description: Certain passenger vehicles (non-sunroof only) fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no. 201, "Occupant Protection In Interior Impact."

    Consequence: In the event of a crash, there is a potential for injury if the occupant's head were to contact the B-pillar.

    Fix: Owners will be sent a storage bin accessory unit that can be attached to the B-pillar along with installation instructions. However, if an owner wishes, the dealer can perform the installation. Owner notification began December 17, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact DaimlerChrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

    For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #01V273000 »

  • CHILD SEAT Recall for 2001 CHRYSLER 300M

    • Recall Announced NOVEMBER 09 2000
    • NHTSA Reference #00V366000
    • Number Affected 1,211,756

    Summary: Vehicle description: Certain passenger vehicles, pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of FMVSS no. 225, "Child Restraint Anchorage Systems." Some of the owner's manuals for these vehicles are missing instructions that provide a step-by-step procedure, including diagrams, for properly attaching a child restraint system's tether strap to the tether anchorage.

    Consequence: In the event of a crash, the child seat may not be properly attached increasing the risk of injury to the child.

    Fix: Owners will be provided with an addendum to the owner's manuals.

    For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #00V366000 »

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