NHTSA Recall 85V105000
NHTSA Campaign Id 85V105000; Date: Aug. 26, 1985
Recalled Vehicles:
1983 Western Star Western Star; 1984 Western Star Western Star; 1985 Western Star Western Star
Component: Seat Belts:front
Manufactured by: Western Star Trucks, Inc.
Affected Units:: 1,360
Recall Summary:
The lap belt may disengage from the retractor assembly when it is subjected to severe loads, such as a frontal accident, due to interference by two seat frame bolts. Consequence of defect: seat belt failure during an accident causes the occupant to be unrestrained which could result in a severe or fatal injury.
How to Fix:
Install 1. 5 inch long spacer between tether bar and seat belt anchoring plate.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: heavy duty conventional trucks 33,000 lbs. And greater gvwr.
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