NHTSA recall 04V-404 (04V404000)

seats recall reported August 12, 2004 - about 126 vehicles affected.

NHTSA campaign number: 04V404000
Also written as: 04V-404
Manufacturer number: RVXX0405
Reported: August 12, 2004
Vehicles affected: ~126
Component: seats

What is being recalled

CERTAIN TRUCKS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 207, 'SEATING SYSTEMS.' THE BENCH SEAT, AS INSTALLED, DOES NOT THE SEAT PULL REQUIREMENTS OF THE STANDARD.

Why it is dangerous

THE SEAT ANCHORAGE TO THE FLOOR MAY NOT BE SUFFICIENT TO RETAIN THE ADJUSTED SEATING POSITION, WHICH COULD LEAD TO PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH IN THE EVEN TOF A CRASH.

The fix (free at any franchised dealer)

DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE PASSENGER SIDE BENCH SEAT WITH A DIFFERENT BRAND OF SEAT. THE RECALL BEGAN NOVEMBER 1, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT VOLVO TRUCKS AT 1-800-528-6586.

Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 04V-404 when calling a dealer.

Affected 1 model

Volvo VHD - 2003

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