Mitsubishi Fuso Truck Of America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #12V058000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 12V058000 by Mitsubishi Fuso Truck Of America, Inc.. Includes 760 affected units, PASSENGER SIDE SEAT BELT BUCKLE/FMVSS 208, component: SEAT BELTS, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Mitsubishi fuso (mfta) is recalling certain model year 2012 fec52, fec72, and fec92 trucks manufactured from february 10, 2011, through april 8, 2011, for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 208 ?occupant crash protection.? during assembly, incorrect passenger?s side seat belt buckles were installed. the passenger?s side seat belt tongue will not engage its buckle correctly.

Corrective Action

Mfta will notify owners and dealers will replace the passenger?s side seat belt buckle free of charge. the safety recall began on march 12, 2012. owners may contact mfta at 1-856-467-4500.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 12V058000

Manufacturer: Mitsubishi Fuso Truck Of America, Inc.

Report Received Date: 2012-02-16T00:00:00

Subject: Passenger side seat belt buckle/fmvss 208

Component: Seat Belts

Potentially Affected Units: 760

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Mitsubishi fuso (mfta) is recalling certain model year 2012 fec52, fec72, and fec92 trucks manufactured from february 10, 2011, through april 8, 2011, for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 208 ?occupant crash protection.? during assembly, incorrect passenger?s side seat belt buckles were installed. the passenger?s side seat belt tongue will not engage its buckle correctly.

Consequence Summary: Failure of the seat belt buckle to engage correctly increases the risk of passenger injury or death.

Corrective Action: Mfta will notify owners and dealers will replace the passenger?s side seat belt buckle free of charge. the safety recall began on march 12, 2012. owners may contact mfta at 1-856-467-4500.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 12V058000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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