Explorer 1987–1990 Seat Belts recall
Recalled May 2, 1991 · NHTSA recall 91V072000 · Explorer
Hazard
OCCUPANTS OF SEATS WITH UNSAFE BELTS HAVE INCREASED RISKOF INJURY IN THE EVENT OF A SUDDEN STOP OR VEHICLE ACCIDENT.
Remedy
REPLACE THE FLOOR MOUNTED SAFETY BELT ANCHORAGE WITH A FRAME MOUNTED ASSEMBLY.
Units
22,037 units
Description
THE REAR SEAT SAFETY BELT ANCHORAGE FAILED TO SUSTAIN THE LOADS REQUIRED BY FMVSS 210. SAFETY BELTS ARE ANCHORED TO A BAR ATTACHED TO THE FLOOR OF THE VEHICLE.
What to do
REPLACE THE FLOOR MOUNTED SAFETY BELT ANCHORAGE WITH A FRAME MOUNTED ASSEMBLY.
Product
Explorer VAN
Manufacturer(s)
EXPLORER MOTOR HOME CORP.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Official recall notice on nhtsa.gov →