NHTSA recall 04V-233 (04V233000)

seat belts recall reported May 19, 2004 - about 24,269 vehicles affected.

NHTSA campaign number: 04V233000
Also written as: 04V-233
Manufacturer number: VN
Reported: May 19, 2004
Vehicles affected: ~24,269
Component: seat belts

What is being recalled

ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE REAR SEAT BELT LATCH ATTACHMENT BOLT MAY HAVE BEEN INSUFFICIENTLY RIVETED.

Why it is dangerous

IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THE SEAT OCCUPANT MAY NOT BE PROPERLY RESTRAINED INCREASING THE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY.

The fix (free at any franchised dealer)

DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE BELT BUCKLE. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON JUNE 21, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT VOLKSWAGEN AT 1-800-822-8987.

Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 04V-233 when calling a dealer.

Affected 1 model

Volkswagen Touareg - 2004

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