Defect Description For Recall
The Portion Of The Roof Above Frame (Rail) To Which The Shoulder Belt Is Anchored May Have A Slot That Can Compromise The Strength Of The Shoulder Belt Anchor Under Certain Severe Loads. (The Suspect Area Is Not Visible.) Consequently, Some Vehicles Included In This Recall May Not Meet The 3000 Pound Anchorage Strength Requirements Of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 210, “Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages”.
Make Of Vehicle
MERCURY
Model Of Vehicle
LYNX
Year
1982
Recall Campaign Number
83V013000
Component Description
Seat Belts
Effect Of Defect
Fix Defect
The Dealer Will Inspect And, If Necessary, Reinforce The Roof Rail Inner Panel Surrounding The Drainage Hole At No Cost To Owner.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Start Of Manufacture
19800801
End Of Manufacture
19820601
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
245000
Date Owners Notified
19830408
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Date Report Received
19830217
Make Campaign Number
Part Number
571
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard
210