Large Recall NHTSA · 95V228000 Reported December 4, 1995

Interior systems:restraint:belt anchor and attachm

Ford Motor Company · Seat Belts · 229,500 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
95V228000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Manufacturer
Component
Seat Belts
Vehicles Affected
229,500
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
December 4, 1995

Defect Summary

Cracks have been found in the front safety belt outboard anchor tabs due to a combination of hydrogen embrittlement of the tab and stress introduced during attachment of the anchor tab to the seat frame. This does not conform with the requirements of fmvss no. 210, "seat belt assembly anchorages."

Safety Consequence

Consequence of non-compliance: a fracture or separation in this area would reduce the load that the anchor and the front safety belt anchorages could sustain, increasing the risk of injury in a vehicle collisoin.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect and install an anchor tab reinforcement or replacement of the complete front seat belt assembly if an anchor tab is found to have fractured.

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 Ford Motor Company dealer and reference recall ID 95V228000 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 95V228000

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

What is recall 95V228000?

NHTSA recall 95V228000 was issued by Ford Motor Company on December 4, 1995. It addresses: Interior systems:restraint:belt anchor and attachm. The recall affects approximately 229,500 vehicles, with the defect involving the Seat Belts component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Ford Motor Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 95V228000 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.