NHTSA Recall 92V057000
NHTSA Campaign Id 92V057000; Date: Apr. 14, 1992
Safety belt anchorage systems that do not comply to theload test requirements subject the seat occupant to greater risk of injury inthe event of a sudden stop or accident.
Recalled Vehicles:
1991 Freightliner Fl-60; 1992 Freightliner Fl-60; 1991 Freightliner Fl-70; 1992 Freightliner Fl-70; 1991 Freightliner Fl-80; 1992 Freightliner Fl-80; 1991 Freightliner Mb-60; 1992 Freightliner Mb-60; 1991 Freightliner Mb-70; 1992 Freightliner Mb-70; 1991 Freightliner Mb-80; 1992 Freightliner Mb-80
Component: Seat Belts:front:anchorage
Manufactured by: Freightliner Corporation
Affected Units:: 1,400
Recall Summary:
A number of cabs were assembled with fewer welds than specified in the upper b pillar near the anchorage for the seat belt. Welding materials used on the inboard anchorage bracket under the cab deck will not meet fmvss no. 210 load test requirements when three seating positions are provided.
How to Fix:
Add reinforcement welds in the upper b pillar and add fasteners to the lower deck anchorage bracket.
Recall Notes:
System: safety belt anchorages, fmvss no. 210. Vehicle description: heavy trucks manufactured before February 2, 1992 andcabs with a center seating position built before March 2, 1992.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Sep 21, 1992
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