Defect Description For Recall
Cracks Have Been Found In The Front Safety Belt Outboard Anchor Tabs Due To A Combination Of Hydrogen Embrittlement Of The Tab And Stress Introduced During Attachment Of The Anchor Tab To The Seat Frame. This Does Not Conform With The Requirements Of Fmvss No. 210, “Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages.”
Make Of Vehicle
FORD
Model Of Vehicle
CONTOUR
Year
1995
Recall Campaign Number
95V228000
Component Description
Seat Belts:Front:Anchorage
Effect Of Defect
Consequence Of Non-Compliance: A Fracture Or Separation In This Area Would Reduce The Load That The Anchor And The Front Safety Belt Anchorages Could Sustain, Increasing The Risk Of Injury In A Vehicle Collisoin.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Inspect And Install An Anchor Tab Reinforcement Or Replacement Of The Complete Front Seat Belt Assembly If An Anchor Tab Is Found To Have Fractured.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Start Of Manufacture
19940701
End Of Manufacture
19950501
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
229500
Date Owners Notified
19951227
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Date Report Received
19951204
Make Campaign Number
Part Number
571
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard
210