NHTSA Recall # | 28898 |
NHTSA Compaign # | 85V059000 |
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Manufacturer | JAGUAR CARS |
Supplier | MG |
Brand | MG |
Model | MGB |
Model Year | 1978 |
Component | SEAT BELTS:FRONT |
Date of notification | 01/10/85 |
Begin date of manufacuring | 30/06/24 |
End date of manufacturing | 30/06/24 |
Type of recall | V |
Recall initiator | ODI |
Report received | 07/05/85 |
Report created | 13/05/85 |
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FMV safety standard number | |
Estimated number of affected units | 150000 |
Defect summary | Widespread lack of understanding about the operation of webbing sensitive and dual sensitive seat belts has lead to non-use of belts by a number of owners. Some belts retractors may jam, bind or lock. This may discourage the use of the safety belts. Consequence of defect: non-use of seat belts subjects occupants to risk of injury in event of an accident or sudden braking. |
Consequence summary | |
Corrective action | Instructins on proper belt usage and simple checks will be sent to owners and will replace any malfunctioning retractor. |
Recall notes | Vehicle description:two door roadsters and coupes passenger cars. System: seat belts. |