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
1990
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