Isuzu Motors Limited | NHTSA Recall #02V281000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 02V281000 by Isuzu Motors Limited. Includes 14,449 affected units, ISUZU/TAKATA SEAT BELTS, component: SEAT BELTS, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

On certain sport utility vehicles and pickup trucks, the latch plate used in the seat belt buckle was not manufactured according to design dimensions. if the seat belt tongue is inserted slowly at an angle into the buckle, there is a possibility of partial engagement.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect the buckle and, if necessary, replace the buckle assembly with a new buckle. owner notification is expected to begin during mid-december 2002. 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 isuzu at 1-800-643-4070.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 02V281000

Manufacturer: Isuzu Motors Limited

Report Received Date: 2002-10-15T00:00:00

Subject: Isuzu/takata seat belts

Component: Seat Belts

Potentially Affected Units: 14,449

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: On certain sport utility vehicles and pickup trucks, the latch plate used in the seat belt buckle was not manufactured according to design dimensions. if the seat belt tongue is inserted slowly at an angle into the buckle, there is a possibility of partial engagement.

Consequence Summary: This condition can cause the seat belt tongue to come out of the buckle in the event of a collision or hard braking of the vehicle increasing the risk of personal injury to an occupant of the seat.

Corrective Action: Dealers will inspect the buckle and, if necessary, replace the buckle assembly with a new buckle. owner notification is expected to begin during mid-december 2002. 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 isuzu at 1-800-643-4070.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 02V281000

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