NHTSA Recall 80V013000
NHTSA Campaign Id 80V013000; Date: Feb. 11, 1980
Recalled Vehicles:
1979 White Truck Western Star
Component: Seats
Manufactured by: White Motor Corporation
Affected Units:: 47
Recall Summary:
The seat material used in the involved vehicles does not conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 302, "flammability of interior materials". The vehicles involved are equipped with passenger seats constructed with padding that will burn at a rate exceeding the standard limit of four inches per minute.
How to Fix:
The dealer will replace the existing seatback and cushion with material which conforms to the standard.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: trucks. System: interior; seat material. Consequences of defect: if the outer covering of the seat is torn, the paddingcould ignite upon contact with an open flame, a lit cigarette or cigar. Thiscould result in a fire and personal injury.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Oct 15, 1980
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