NHTSA recall 85V105000
Seat belts › Front
Western Star Western Star
Reported Aug 26, 19851,360 vehicles affectedWESTERN STAR TRUCKS, INC.Built Jun 1, 1983 – Mar 1, 1985
The defect
The lap belt may disengage from the retractor assembly when it IS subjected to severe loads, such as a frontal accident, due to interference by two seat frame bolts. consequence of defect: seat belt failure during an accident causes the occupant to be unrestrained which could result in a severe or fatal injury.
The remedy
Install 1.5 inch long spacer between tether bar and seat belt anchoring plate.