Volvo Trucks North America | NHTSA Recall #97V158000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 97V158000 by Volvo Trucks North America. Includes 9,555 affected units, VOLVO TRUCK/SAFETY BELT BUCKLE, component: SEAT BELTS, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks. the steel braided tether of the safety belt buckle is deformed and can possibly be cracked. this happens as the seats are being moved on the sliding rail, at the same time they are often caught and pinched under the seat frames.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect and replace seat belt buckles with the cable tether.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 97V158000

Manufacturer: Volvo Trucks North America

Report Received Date: 1997-09-18T00:00:00

Subject: Volvo truck/safety belt buckle

Component: Seat Belts

Potentially Affected Units: 9,555

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks. the steel braided tether of the safety belt buckle is deformed and can possibly be cracked. this happens as the seats are being moved on the sliding rail, at the same time they are often caught and pinched under the seat frames.

Consequence Summary: In the event of a vehicle crash, the seat occupant may not be properly restrained increasing the risk of personal injury.

Corrective Action: Dealers will inspect and replace seat belt buckles with the cable tether.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-k5x6~7d65-6pcs

NHTSA ID: 97V158000

Position: N/A

Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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