NHTSA Recall 17V820000
Filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC). Component: Seats. Reported 2017-12-20. An estimated 16,900 vehicles are affected. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
Defect
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles US LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain 2005 Dodge Dakota pickup trucks equipped with heated seats. These driver and passenger seats may develop hot spots that can result in the seat cushion or seat back having burn holes.
Risk
The hot spots and burn holes can injure the seat occupant and can increase the risk of a fire.
What the manufacturer will do
Chrysler will notify owners and dealers will update the seat heating system control features, free of charge. The recall began December 27, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T80.
Manufacturer campaign number: T80
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.