NHTSA Recall 78V214000
NHTSA Campaign Id 78V214000; Date: Oct. 5, 1978
Recalled Vehicles:
1979 Ford Club Wagon; 1979 Ford E100; 1979 Ford E150; 1979 Ford E250; 1979 Ford E350
Component: Seat Belts:rear
Manufactured by: Ford Motor Company
Affected Units:: 874
Recall Summary:
On the involved vehicles, the potential exists for the outboard seat belts to become trapped in the seat-bed pivoting mechanism. Should the belt become trapped in the mechanism when the seat is converted to a bed, the belt may become cut or frayed.
How to Fix:
The dealer will install seat belt shields on the folding seat/bed pivoting mechanism and replace the outboard seat belt assemblies if damaged, free of charge.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: trucks equipped with optional seat-beds. System: interior; seat bed seat belt (shoulder). Consequences of defect: in the event of sudden braking or vehicle collision,the seat belt may not properly restrain the seat occupant and the risk ofpersonal injury is increased.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Nov 3, 1978
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