THE BUCKLE ASSEMBLY COULD HAVE A LARGE PAWL TO BASE CLEARANCE WHICH MAY NOT ALLOW THE PROPER ENGAGEMENT
— Recall Campaign #88E012001
THE BUCKLE ASSEMBLY COULD HAVE A LARGE PAWL TO BASE CLEARANCE WHICH MAY NOT ALLOW THE PROPER ENGAGEMENT OF THE CONNECTOR.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 1,600 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
88E012001
| Manufacturer: | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | April 15, 1988 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 88E012001 |
| Units affected: | 1,600 |
- Description:
- THE BUCKLE ASSEMBLY COULD HAVE A LARGE PAWL TO BASE CLEARANCE WHICH MAY NOT ALLOW THE PROPER ENGAGEMENT OF THE CONNECTOR.
- Consequeces:
- THE PAWL TO BASE CLEARANCE PRECLUDES THE INABILITY TOENGAGE THE SEAT BELT CONNECTOR.
- Corrective action:
- INSPECT AND REPLACE ALL BUCKLE ASSEMBLIES FOUND WITH IMPROPER CLEARANCE.
- Notes:
- THIS SAFETY RECALL WAS INITIATED BY AM SAFE, INC, IN RECALL 88E012000.VEHICLE CATEGORY: TRUCKS/BUSES.