Volvo 740 (1985) – 91V075000

Defect Description For Recall

Safety Belts Are Designed To Be Routed Under A Diagonal Cross Brace During Fastening. The InstruCTIonal Labels For The Belt Routing Are Inadequate, And Can Result In Inadvertent Release Of The Belt Buckle.

Make Of Vehicle

VOLVO

Model Of Vehicle

740

Year

1985

Recall Campaign Number

91V075000

Component Description

Seat Belts:Front:Anchorage

Effect Of Defect

Consequence Of Defect: Safety Belt Misuse Could Cause The Seat Occupant To Face Greater Risk Of Injury In A Sudden Stop Or Vehicle Accident If An Inadvertent Release Of The Safety Belt Occurred.

Fix Defect

Install Labels To Instruct The User In Proper Safety Belt Routing; Also Replace Safety Belt Buckles.

Vehicle Manufacturer

Volvo Cars Of Na, Inc.

Start Of Manufacture

19850101

End Of Manufacture

19910601

Type Of Vehicle Recall

V

Number Affected

485

Date Owners Notified

19910513

Initiated By

Mfr

Responsible Manufacturer

Volvo Car Usa, Llc

Date Report Received

19910506

Make Campaign Number

Part Number

Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard