NHTSA recall 05V-501 (05V501000)

seat belts recall reported November 1, 2005 - about 548 vehicles affected.

NHTSA campaign number: 05V501000
Also written as: 05V-501
Manufacturer number: B021
Reported: November 1, 2005
Vehicles affected: ~548
Component: seat belts

What is being recalled

CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES MAY HAVE BEEN BUILT WITH A INCORRECTLY BUILT SEAT BELT BUCKLE MOUNTINGS.

Why it is dangerous

WHEN THE REAR LEFT HAND SECOND ROW SEAT BELT IS USED, THE BUCKLE MAY NOT BE FULLY RETAINED. A SEAT OCCUPANT MAY NOT BE PROPERLY RESTRAINED INCREASING THE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY.

The fix (free at any franchised dealer)

DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THE SECOND ROW LEFT HAND SEAT BELT BUCKLE FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN NOVEMBER 2, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT LAND ROVER AT 1-800-637-6837.

Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 05V-501 when calling a dealer.

Affected 2 models

Land Rover LR3 - 2006

Land Rover Range Rover Sport - 2006

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Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.