NHTSA recall 06V-354 (06V354000)

seat belts recall reported September 14, 2006 - about 159,741 vehicles affected.

NHTSA campaign number: 06V354000
Also written as: 06V-354
Manufacturer number: F41
Reported: September 14, 2006
Vehicles affected: ~159,741
Component: seat belts

What is being recalled

CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCKS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 208, "OCCUPANT CRASH PROTECTION." THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT BELT MAY NOT BE ABLE TO TIGHTEN SECURELY ON CERTAIN MODEL CHILD SEATS.

Why it is dangerous

THIS CAN INCREASE THE RISK OF INJURY TO A CHILD SEAT OCCUPANT IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH.

The fix (free at any franchised dealer)

DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT BELT. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 20, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.

Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 06V-354 when calling a dealer.

Affected 1 model

Dodge Ram 1500 - 2006

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