Vehicle recall 97V081002 · August 8, 1997
Dodge Avenger, Chrysler Sebring and 1 more model
The headrest guide bracket was improperly welded to the seat back frame on the passenger side seat back assemblies only.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- The headrest guide bracket was improperly welded to the seat back frame on the passenger side seat back assemblies only.
- Consequence
- The headrest support bracket can break, increasing the risk of personal injury.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the passenger seat back assembly with a new assembly.
- Notes
- Owner notification:owner notification began July 31, 1997. Note: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 Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 97V081002
- Reported to NHTSA
- August 8, 1997
- Filed by
- CHRYSLER CORPORATION
- Owner notification
- July 31, 1997
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 1,083
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Seats › Front assembly › Head restraint
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- Chrysler Sebring (1997): 1997
- Dodge Avenger (1997): 1997
- Eagle Talon (1997): 1997
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