Front: anchorageRecall 89V-165 · 1989 Western Star Conventional
WESTERN STAR TRUCKS, INC. recall 89V-165 covers 7 1989 Western Star Conventional for a front: anchorage problem, reported to NHTSA on October 4, 1989.
Source: NHTSA recall 89V165000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
SEAT BELTS DESIGNED FOR USE ON DRIVER'S SEATS WERE INSTALLED ON PASSENGER SEATS; THIS CAUSES THE STRAP CONNECTING THE BUCKLE TO THE FLOOR TO BE TWISTED.
The risk
STRESSES WITHIN THE BUCKLE RESULT IN FAILURE TO COMPLYWITH FMVSS 210.
The fix
REPLACE SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES.
SYSTEM: SEAT BELT ANCHORAGE ASSEMBLY.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: HEAVY DUTY CONVENTIONAL TRUCKS.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from April 1, 1989 to May 1, 1989. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.