NHTSA Recall 85V169000
NHTSA Campaign Id 85V169000; Date: Dec. 20, 1985
Recalled Vehicles:
1983 Chevrolet Camaro; 1984 Chevrolet Camaro; 1985 Chevrolet Camaro; 1983 Pontiac Firebird; 1984 Pontiac Firebird; 1985 Pontiac Firebird
Component: Seat Belts:front:webbing
Manufactured by: General Motors Corp.
Affected Units:: 738,485
Recall Summary:
Dislocation of a spring cover will not allow the shoulder belt to retract after being extended. Consequence of defect: although inertial feature that locks the lap belt and shoulder belt in the event of an accident are not affected, if slack is more than recommended in owners manual, injuries to upper body and head would be increased in an accident.
How to Fix:
Install retaining springs on spring cover of front shoulder belt retractor and, when required, retractors will be replaced.
Recall Notes:
System: shoulder seat belt retractor. Vehicle description: passenger cars.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Apr 18, 1986
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