Vehicle recall 68V059000 · June 3, 1968

Sunbeam Arrow

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

Notes: Possibility under certain operating conditions the tailgate lock striker plate will receive abnormal wear.this wear, if left unattended, could cause the tailgate to open while vehicle is in motion.(correct by installation of new approved parts.)

Recall details

NHTSA campaign: 68V059000
Reported to NHTSA: June 3, 1968
Filed by: CHRYSLER CORP-OVERSEAS
Vehicles potentially affected: 685
Initiated by: the manufacturer
Components: Latches/locks/linkages › Tailgate › Latch

Recall 68V059000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

Vehicles covered

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Sunbeam Arrow (model year not listed)

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