NHTSA Recall 04V226000
NHTSA Campaign Id 04V226000; Date: May. 11, 2004
In the event of a crash, a front seat occupant may receive more severe injuries.
Recalled Vehicles:
2003 SAAB 9-3; 2004 SAAB 9-3
Component: Seat Belts:front:retractor
Manufactured by: Saab Cars Usa, Inc.
Affected Units:: 31,335
Recall Summary:
Some sport sedans were built with seat belt retractors that were damaged during the manufacturing process. If damaged, over time, the automatic tensioning system (ats) cable in the seat belt retractor could break causing the belt webbing to not retract.
How to Fix:
Dealers will replace the seat belt retractor assemblies. The recall began on January 24, 2005. Owners should contact SAAB at 1-800-955-9007.
Recall Notes:
SAAB recall no. 15017. 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: Jan 24, 2005
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