Safety Recall NHTSA · 89E014000 Reported May 22, 1989

Equipment:other pieces

Betts Industries, Inc. · N/A · 1,794 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
89E014000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
1,794
Recall Type
Equipment
Report Received
May 22, 1989

Defect Summary

Clamping ring may be undersized and the clamp nut may not fully engage the threads of the clamp bolt.

Safety Consequence

If the nut does not fully engage the bolt threads, thethread could be stripped with the result that the manhole cover would not besecurely attached to the collar, fall off, and become a road hazard.

Corrective Action

Inspect all clamping rings and if defective replace. all rings not installed will be retrieved by the manufacturer.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Betts Industries, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 89E014000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 89E014000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 89E014000?

NHTSA recall 89E014000 was issued by Betts Industries, Inc. on May 22, 1989. It addresses: Equipment:other pieces. The recall affects approximately 1,794 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Betts Industries, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 89E014000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.