Volvo Car 800 Series: The Seat Belt Catch Could Become Detached In A Collision Situation

Recall Summary Volvo is recalling 82 vehicles from the 800 Series because the thread inserts that attach the seat belt catch to the seat slide rail may not meet manufacturing standards, potentially causing the seat belt catch to detach during a collision. The company will inspect and replace the thread inserts as needed. This recall affects vehicles distributed in the United Kingdom.

Recalling firm
VOLVO CAR
Product
Vehicles: VOLVO CAR 800 SERIES, VOLVO CAR. Units affected: 82
Reason
There is a possibility that the thread insert which attaches the seat belt catch to the power seat slide rail may not have been manufactured to the vehicle makers standards. Remedy: Recall all potentially affected vehicles for inspection and replacement of the thread inserts as required.
Classification
Class II
Category
vehicle recall
Country
United Kingdom
Agency
UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Recall date
1995-06-26
Status
Ongoing
Distribution
United Kingdom

Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

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