Sterling Seat Belts Recall 91V077000 (4,028 Vehicles)

The problem

Automatic shoulder belt assembly may malfunction during abrupt braking or cornering. The assembly may tighten against the occupant restricting movement. Also, the retractor driver unit may stall in any position, leaving the belt loose. In either case, the belt would not retract when the door is opened.

The risk

The automatic shoulder restraint system would not allowseat occupant to exit the vehicle without disconnecting the safety belt.

The fix

REPLACE THE AUTOMATIC SAFETY BELT ASSEMBLIES.

Contacts

System: automatic front safety belt assemblies equipped with a retractor havingweb and vehicle sensitive lock-up mechanisms.Vehicle description: passenger cars with automatic shoulder belt systems.

What to do

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.
Call a dealer. Any authorized Sterling dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 91V077000.
Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.

Vehicle	Complaints	Recalls	Grade
1987 Sterling 825	4	2	F
1988 Sterling 825	0	1	C

Vehicle

Complaints

Recalls

Grade

1987 Sterling 825

1988 Sterling 825

Questions

Is the 91V077000 recall repair free?

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

How do I know if my vehicle is part of recall 91V077000?

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 91V077000 announced?

STERLING MOTOR CARS. reported it to NHTSA on May 14, 1991. Owners are usually notified by mail within about two months.

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