NHTSA recall 01V144000
Seat Belts · Ford Motor Company
April 27, 2001report date
4,567units affected
Vehicle recalltype
Details
What's wrong: The seat belt buckle tongue may not fully eject from the buckle assembly when the release button is pushed slowly. This condition could also result in a partial latch of the tongue in the buckle.
Why it matters: In the event of a vehicle crash, the vehicle occupant may not be properly restrained, possibly resulting in personal injury or death.
The fix: Dealers will replace the driver and right front passenger seat belt buckles. Owner notification began May 4, 2001.
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All model years NHTSA lists
2001 Ford Taurus, 2001 Mercury Sable.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 01V144000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.