Component
SEAT BELTS
Manufacturer
DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION
What Happened
The part in question is the small bolt that holds the seatbelt's adjustable shoulder strap in place. It was made incorrectly, which could cause problems.
Risk if Unfixed
If your vehicle is in a severe crash, the faulty bolt could fail, which might not keep your seatbelt in place. This could lead to serious injury to you or your passengers.
Free Fix
Your dealer will replace the faulty bolt with a new one at no charge to you. This repair is free, and you should schedule it as soon as you get the recall notice.
Show original NHTSA language
Original — What Happened
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE SEAT BELT SHOULDER HEIGHT ADJUSTABLE TURNING LOOP (ATL) TOP MOUNTING BOLT WAS INADEQUATELY MANUFACTURED.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
THE AFFECTED MOUNTING BOLTS MAY NOT WITHSTAND SUFFICIENT FORCE TO FUNCTION PROPERLY IN CERTAIN IMPACT SITUATIONS, INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY TO A BELTED OCCUPANT.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE SHOULDER BELT HEIGHT ADJUSTER MOUNTING BOLTS.
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