NHTSA recall 03V047000
Seat Belts · Subaru of America, Inc.
February 20, 2003report date
326units affected
Vehicle recalltype
Details
What's wrong: Certain passenger vehicles fail to comply with requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no. 209, "seat belt assemblies." The left and right front seat belt buckle/latch assemblies were improperly manufactured.
Why it matters: In the event of a crash, the front seat belts could unlatch, which could result in personal injury to the seat occupant.
The fix: Dealers will replace the left and right front seat belt buckle/latch assemblies. Owner notification began February 19, 2003.
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
All model years NHTSA lists
2003 Subaru Forester.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 03V047000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.