Seat Belts — Front — Webbing

Date Announced
DEC 20, 1985
Vehicles Affected
738,485
NHTSA Campaign #
85V169000
Summary
Dislocation of a spring cover will not allow the shoulder belt to retract after being extended. Consequence of defect: Although inertial feature that locks the lap belt and shoulder belt in the event of an accident are not affected, if slack is more than recommended in owners manual, injuries to upper body and head would be increased in an accident.
Actions
Install retaining springs on spring cover of front shoulder belt retractor and, when required, retractors will be replaced.