Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
SEAT BELTS
91V022000NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.from 06/01/1989 to 01/01/1991V (Vehicle)16500003/15/1991MFRNISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.02/08/199103/22/1991
Defect SummaryImproper belt guide performance can cause fraying of the shoulder safety belts near the retractor.
Consequence SummaryThe fraying of the shoulder safety belt webbing can causeimproper retraction of the belt, which would lead to inadequate protection ofseat occupant during a sudden stop or accident, and could result in increasedrisk of injury.
Corrective SummaryModify the safety belt guides to prevent fraying; and or replace retractor assembly if fraying is present.
NotesSystem: shoulder safety belts.vehicle description: passenger cars; sentra b12 model equipped with 2-pointnon-motorized passive front shoulder belts.
SEAT BELTS - FRONT - BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
95V103002NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.from 08/01/1986 to 07/01/1991V (Vehicle)273046209/29/1995ODINISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.05/24/199505/24/1995
Defect SummaryThe front safety belt buckle release buttons can break. these red plastic release buttons are marked press. if a button breaks, pieces can fall into the buckle assembly causing the buckle to operate improperly.
Consequence SummaryThe safety belts would not provide adequate protection to an occupant in a vehicle crash.
Corrective SummaryOwners should promptly check the condition and operation of both front safety belt buckles and carefully inspect the red release button for any breaks or cracks. they should ensure that both buckles are operating properly by inserting each latch plate into its buckle, tugging on the belt to make sure the latch is securely locked, and then pressing the release button. the latch plate should pop out of the buckle when the button is pressed. if either release button shows a sign of breaking or cracking or if either buckle fails to operate properly, owners should promptly contact their authorized dealer to schedule an appointment to have the buckle replaced or repaired free of charge.
NotesSystem: interior; seat belts; belt buckles.vehicle description: passenger, multi-purpose vehicles and light duty trucks equipped with safety belts made by takata corporation.note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed uponservice date and the remedy is not provided free of charge within a reasonable time, please contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261.also contact the nationalhighway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.

Investigations


NHTSA IDManufacturerDate openDate closeSubjectRecall campaign
SEAT BELTS - FRONT - BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
EA95007NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.03/10/199508/02/1995TAKATA SEAT BELT BUCKLE FAILURE95V103002
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Consumer Complaints


Fail datemilesoccurencesPurchase date
SEAT BELTS
02/12/2000
 Shoulder belt webbing failed. the webbing separated completely during a head on collision. for further information, contact mr. marv sprinkman, motor carrier specialist, california highway patrol central division mait unit, (559)277-7250,case number cl-010-00. *ak
07/04/1996
 Recall related, 91v022, driver side lap/shoulder belt failed, did not retract, impact 12:00 position, speed 35mph. *ak
SEAT BELTS - FRONT
06/02/1999
 While driving at approximately, 35-40 mph vehicle hit a tree on the passenger's side. seat belt system malfunctioned, causing the lap belt to break in half. but driver's lap belt was still buckled. shoulder belt got caught around the neck, causing the seat belt to cut through the driver's neck, and driver sustained serious injuries. please provide further information. *ak
SEAT BELTS - FRONT - ANCHORAGE
05/26/19962
 Seat belt recall notice received, however dealership refused work on two separate occasions.
112/01/1990
 Seat belts fray.
11/29/19941
 Driver seat belt faild in an accident, resulting in an injury. tt
SEAT BELTS - FRONT - BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
06/01/1999
 Middle seatbelt on backseat will not buckle up. two rear outside buckles will only work intermittently.*ak
05/14/20011
 Without warning consumer is unable to hook driver lap seatbelt, the metal piece goes in but will not hook. *jb
110/01/1994
 Seat belt buckle unhooks the belt by itself.
03/22/1995
 Drivers side seat belt buckle button cracks upon entry. please describe details. tt
02/01/19951
 Passenger front seatbelt is inoperative, male end won't insert into female portion. tt
SEAT BELTS - FRONT - RETRACTOR
11/01/1995110/15/2001
 Both front seat belts are frayed around the retractor.*ak
110/01/1994
 Seat belt buckle unhooks the belt by itself.
SEAT BELTS - FRONT - WEBBING
06/02/1999
 While driving at approximately, 35-40 mph vehicle hit a tree on the passenger's side. seat belt system malfunctioned, causing the lap belt to break in half. but driver's lap belt was still buckled. shoulder belt got caught around the neck, causing the seat belt to cut through the driver's neck, and driver sustained serious injuries. please provide further information. *ak
01/13/1992
 Seat belt failure, rear ended and seat belt did not hold the driver. tt
03/07/19952
 The front seat belt don't restrain in a quick stop seat belt number is # 522. tt