NHTSA recall 98V-105 (98V105000)

seat belts recall reported May 14, 1998 - about 4,200 vehicles affected.

NHTSA campaign number: 98V105000
Also written as: 98V-105
Reported: May 14, 1998
Vehicles affected: ~4,200
Component: seat belts

What is being recalled

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE FRONT SEAT BELT BUCKLES WERE NOT PROPERLY RIVETED TO THE SUPPORT STRAP.

Why it is dangerous

IN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE CRASH, THE SEAT BELT ASSEMBLY WOULD HAVE REDUCED STRENGTH, INCREASING THE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY.

The fix (free at any franchised dealer)

DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FRONT OUTER SEAT BELT BUCKLES WITH BUCKLES THAT HAVE BEEN PROPERLY RIVETED.

Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 98V-105 when calling a dealer.

Affected 1 model

Dodge Ram - 1998

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