NHTSA recall 95V103011
Seat Belts · Ford Motor Company
Details
What's wrong: The front safety belt buckle release buttons can break. These red plastic release buttons are marked "press." If a button breaks, pieces can fall into the buckle assembly causing the buckle to operate improperly.
Why it matters: The safety belts would not provide adequate protection to an occupant in a vehicle crash.
The fix: Owners should promptly check the condition and operation of both front safety belt buckles and carefully inspect the red release button for any breaks or cracks. They should ensure that both buckles are operating properly by inserting each latch plate into its buckle, tugging on the belt to make…
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All model years NHTSA lists
1988 Ford Festiva, 1989 Ford Festiva, 1990 Ford Festiva, 1991 Ford Festiva, 1987 Mercury Tracer, 1988 Mercury Tracer, 1989 Mercury Tracer.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 95V103011.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.