NHTSA recall 97I003000 · Incomplete vehicle
Seat belts › Front › Buckle assembly
Ford Taurus and 2 more
Reported Oct 7, 1997299,600 vehicles affectedFORD MOTOR COMPANYBuilt Jul 1, 1988 – Feb 28, 1989
The defect
This IS not a safety recall in accordance with federal regulation 573. however, it IS deemed a safety improvement campaign by the agency. ford IS initiating an owner notification program that will provide an extended warranty, 12 years and unlimited mileage, for all seat belt buckles with functional concerns.
The risk
In the event of a collision, the occupant of the seat may not be properly restrained and personal injury could occur.
The remedy
Dealers will replace the seat belt buckle assembly, for 12 years and unlimited mileage.