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Safety recall · 89V020000

Seat belts Freightliner recall

FREIGHTLINER CORP. reported this recall to NHTSA on February 16, 1989. It covers about 2,000 vehicles across 3 model years listed below. The repair is free.

Check my VIN at NHTSAAffected vehicles
Campaign
89V020000
Reported
Feb 16, 1989
Vehicles
2,000
Area
Seats & seat belts

The problem

When seat belts are not being worn, abrading of the webbing may occur at the d-ring.

The risk

Seat belt may not properly restrain occupant in caseof an accident which could result in more serious injuries.

The fix

REPLACE SEAT BELT WEBBING.

Contacts

System: seat belt.Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks equipped with 3 point seat belts andbostrom smartseats.

What to do

  1. Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
  2. Call a dealer. Any authorized Freightliner dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 89V020000.
  3. Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
  4. Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.

Vehicles covered

VehicleComplaintsRecallsGrade
1987 Freightliner Freightliner16C
1988 Freightliner Freightliner110F
1989 Freightliner Freightliner25C

Questions

Is the 89V020000 recall repair free?

Yes. Federal law requires the manufacturer to fix safety recalls free of charge. FREIGHTLINER CORP.'s dealers do the work; the remedy is described above.

How do I know if my vehicle is part of recall 89V020000?

Not every vehicle of a listed model year is included. Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or call a dealer with your VIN.

When was recall 89V020000 announced?

FREIGHTLINER CORP. reported it to NHTSA on February 16, 1989. Owners are usually notified by mail within about two months.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked daily. Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data

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