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  NHTSA Recall 81V016000

NHTSA Campaign Id 81V016000; Date: Jan. 4, 1981

icon1 Recalled Vehicles:

1981 American Motors Concord 1981 American Motors Eagle

Component: Seat Belt

Manufactured by: Chrysler Corporation

Affected Units:: 742

icon3 Recall Summary:

The left or right front safety belt assembly may have been installed on the incorrect side of the vehicle. The shoulder belt locking mechanism may not function under rapid deceleration. Under hard braking applications or in a collision, the shoulder portion of the seat belt system may fail to properly restrain the passenger. There is increased risk of injury to passengers who may contact other objects under these circumstances.

icon2 How to Fix:

Seat belts will be inspected for proper installation and, if necessary, seat belts will be either replaced or relocated in correct position. Work will be completed without charge to owners.

icon4 Recall Notes:

Vehicle description: passenger and multi-purpose passenger vehicles. System: interior; seat belt assembly.

Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jul 22, 1981

Also see:

All recalls of American Motors vehicles.

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