NHTSA Campaign Id 80V131000; Date: Oct. 18, 1980
Recalled Vehicles:1977 International Harvester Scout; 1978 International Harvester Scout; 1979 International Harvester Scout
Component: Seat Belts:front
Manufactured by: International Harvester
Affected Units:: 2,200
Recall Summary:The seat belts may be cut by an inner reinforcement of the front seat frame, and may sever on severe impact.
How to Fix:The dealer will apply a protective covering to the reinforcement edge at the driver"s inboard and passenger"s outboard seat frame at no charge to owner.
Recall Notes:Vehicle description: trucks. System: interior; seat belts. Consequences of defect: the driver or passenger may not be restrained in thevehicle in the event of a severe impact, which can result in personal injury tothe driver and/or passenger.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Nov 18, 1980
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