Recall 15V338 covers 443,442 2000-2005 Stratus, Sebring, Eclipse, and Eclipse Spyder vehicles for a passenger sun visor that can detach. Repair is free.
Dodge recall 15V338 covers 443,442 2000-2005 Stratus, Sebring, Eclipse, and Eclipse Spyder vehicles because the passenger side sun visor can detach during a passenger frontal air bag deployment. If the visor is propelled rearward, occupants face an increased injury risk; Dodge dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
In this Dodge recall, the affected 2000-2005 Stratus, Sebring, Eclipse, and Eclipse Spyder vehicles have a passenger frontal air bag in the dashboard. That air bag is designed to inflate toward the front passenger in a crash. The passenger sun visor is a separate trim part above the windshield that pivots down to block glare.
The problem starts when the passenger sun visor is folded down and the passenger frontal air bag deploys. The deploying air bag can strike the visor hard enough to pull it off the visor rod. Once detached, the visor can be pushed rearward into the cabin instead of staying mounted above the passenger seat.
There is no warning sign before failure. The issue depends on the visor position at the moment the passenger air bag deploys, so an owner will not hear, feel, or see a problem during normal driving.
Who's affected?
Spans four model lines across the 2000-2005 model years, all tied to the passenger-side front air bag inflator module.
| 2005 Dodge Stratus | front air bag |
|---|---|
| 2005 Chrysler Sebring | front air bag |
| 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse | front air bag |
| 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse | front air bag |
| 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse | front air bag |
| 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse | front air bag |
| 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse | front air bag |
| 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse | front air bag |
| 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder | front air bag |
| 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder | front air bag |
| 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder | front air bag |
| 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder | front air bag |
| 2001 Dodge Stratus | front air bag |
| 2002 Dodge Stratus | front air bag |
| 2003 Dodge Stratus | front air bag |
| 2004 Dodge Stratus | front air bag |
| 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder | front air bag |
| 2001 Chrysler Sebring | front air bag |
| 2002 Chrysler Sebring | front air bag |
| 2003 Chrysler Sebring | front air bag |
| 2004 Chrysler Sebring | front air bag |
| Units affected | 443,442 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific car is included.
What's the safety risk?
A detached passenger side sun visor can be propelled rearward and increase the risk of occupant injury. There is no warning sign before failure, so avoid handling the passenger visor and schedule the recall repair soon. Repair is free at any franchised Dodge dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2000-2005 Stratus, Sebring, Eclipse, or Eclipse Spyder is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised dealer for your vehicle brand, including a Dodge dealer for Stratus vehicles, to schedule the free passenger sun-visor tether-strap repair.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it. If not, reference recall number 15V338 when you call.
- Keep the passenger sun visor secured until the repair is complete, since the tether strap helps prevent the visor from detaching if the passenger frontal air bag deploys.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Dodge technician installs a tether strap that helps retain the passenger sun visor if the passenger frontal air bag deploys. The strap installation and labor are free under the recall. For out-of-pocket expenses tied to this recall, the owner notification directs owners to contact the Mitsubishi Customer Relations Department for refund instructions. Keep any repair documentation and ask the service desk how to submit a reimbursement claim.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| June 2, 2015 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| July 14, 2015 | Dealer notification began |
| July 14, 2015 | Dealer notification ended |
| July 17, 2015 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| July 20, 2015 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 15V338?
Recall 15V338 covers 443,442 2000-2005 Stratus, Sebring, Eclipse, and Eclipse Spyder vehicles with a passenger sun visor that can detach during passenger frontal air bag deployment. If it is propelled rearward, occupant injury risk increases. Dealers will install a tether strap for free.
What should I do if my 2000-2005 Dodge Stratus, Sebring, Eclipse, or Eclipse Spyder is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 15V338. If it is, contact a franchised Dodge dealer and ask for the passenger sun visor tether strap repair. Reference recall number 15V338 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost to owners. For recall 15V338, the dealer installs a tether strap to retain the passenger sun visor, with parts and labor covered.
Is it safe to drive with recall 15V338 open?
The recall does not include a do-not-drive order. The safety risk comes from the passenger sun visor detaching if the passenger frontal air bag deploys, which increases injury risk. Confirm your VIN and schedule the free tether strap repair as soon as you can.
What if I bought this vehicle used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the VIN, not the first owner. If you never received the 2015 owner notice, check your VIN to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included, then call the dealer with recall number 15V338.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/15V338000 |
|---|---|
| Dodge customer service | 1-888-648-7820 |
| NHTSA recall # | 15V338 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 15V338000 |
Source documents
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Download Owner Notice (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Misc. Document (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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