NHTSA Recall 02V169000
NHTSA Campaign Id 02V169000; Date: Jun. 14, 2002
The edge of the recliner mechanism caused a partial cut in the lap portion of the webbing. If the webbing is cut, it increases the risk of injury in a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2002 Ford Thunderbird
Component: Seat Belts:front:webbing
Manufactured by: Ford Motor Company
Affected Units:: 15,355
Recall Summary:
On certain passenger vehicles, the driver's side seat belt contacted the seat recliner during a 35 mph ncap full-frontal barrier impact test.
How to Fix:
Dealers will install an insert behind the driver side seat lower trim panel. Owner notification began June 21, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact Ford at 1-866-436-7332.
Recall Notes:
Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jun 21, 2002
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