NHTSA recall 96V-185 (96V185000)

seat belts recall reported October 10, 1996 - about 36,000 vehicles affected.

NHTSA campaign number: 96V185000
Also written as: 96V-185
Reported: October 10, 1996
Vehicles affected: ~36,000
Component: seat belts

What is being recalled

CERTAIN BUCKLE ASSEMBLIES WERE PRODUCED WITH A "BUCKLE BASE" THAT WAS IMPROPERLY HEAT TREATED. THIS CAN CAUSE THE "BUCKLE BASE" TO BE BRITTLE FAILING TO COMPLY TO FMVSS NO. 209, "SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES."

Why it is dangerous

IN THE EVENT OF A COLLISION, THESE SEAT BELTS MAY NOT RESTRAIN AN OCCUPANT INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY.

The fix (free at any franchised dealer)

DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE BUCKLE ASSEMBLIES AND REPLACE THEM IF NECESSARY.

Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 96V-185 when calling a dealer.

Affected 1 model

Nissan Altima - 1997

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