NHTSA recall 02V-169 (02V169000)

seat belts recall reported June 14, 2002 - about 15,355 vehicles affected.

NHTSA campaign number: 02V169000
Also written as: 02V-169
Manufacturer number: 02S38
Reported: June 14, 2002
Vehicles affected: ~15,355
Component: seat belts

What is being recalled

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE DRIVER'S SIDE SEAT BELT CONTACTED THE SEAT RECLINER DURING A 35 MPH NCAP FULL-FRONTAL BARRIER IMPACT TEST.

Why it is dangerous

THE EDGE OF THE RECLINER MECHANISM CAUSED A PARTIAL CUT IN THE LAP PORTION OF THE WEBBING. IF THE WEBBING IS CUT, IT INCREASES THE RISK OF INJURY IN A CRASH.

The fix (free at any franchised dealer)

DEALERS WILL INSTALL AN INSERT BEHIND THE DRIVER SIDE SEAT LOWER TRIM PANEL. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JUNE 21, 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT FORD AT 1-866-436-7332.

Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 02V-169 when calling a dealer.

Affected 1 model

Ford Thunderbird - 2002

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