Defect Description For Recall
Bell Automotive Safety Hammers Identified As “Life-Saving Escape And Rescue Tool.” These Hammers Were Intended To Be Used As An Instrument To Shatter Automotive Safety Glass In The Event Of An Emergency. However, The Plastic Handle Was Not Designed To Withstand The Force Required To Shatter Automotive Glass.
Make Of Vehicle
BELL
Model Of Vehicle
SAFETY HAMMER
Year
9999
Recall Campaign Number
03E004000
Component Description
Equipment
Effect Of Defect
As A Result, The Plastic Ribs, Which Hold The Safety Hammer’S Metal Heads, Can Break Upon Use, Rendering The Hammer No Longer Able To Perform As Intended.
Fix Defect
Bell Will Reimburse Customers Who Have Purchased The Safety Hammer. Notification Began February 20, 2003. Owners Who Do Not Receive The Free Remedy Within A Reasonable Time Should Contact Bell At 480-991-5055.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Bell Automotive
Start Of Manufacture
End Of Manufacture
Type Of Vehicle Recall
E
Number Affected
17398
Date Owners Notified
20030220
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Bell Automotive
Date Report Received
20030130