Consequence of defect: In the event of an accident, personal injury or death may result from a failure of belt to adequately restrain occupants.

Seat Belts — Front — Anchorage

Date Announced

SEP 21, 1982

Vehicles Affected

172,863

NHTSA Campaign #

82V089000

Summary

The involved vehicles do not conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no. 210, "seat belt assembly anchorages". the non-compliance exists because the rear seat belt anchorages may pull through the underbody of the vehicle if enough force is applied.

Actions

Upon inspection, dealer will install a rear seat belt anchorage reinforcement kit to ensure proper anchoring of seat belts without charge to owner.