Home / Latest recalls / 89V085

Mercury Tracer Recall 89V085: Seat Belts:Front:Retractor

NHTSA campaign 89V085, reported May 22, 1989, 66,300 vehicles potentially affected.

Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle

The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 89V085FORD MOTOR COMPANY
Component
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR
Problem
SOME LAP SHOULDER BELT RETRACTORS WERE BUILT WITH CERTAIN OUT OF TOLERANCE COMPONENTS.
Risk
RETRACTORS MAY LOCK AT LOW BELT PULL OUT RATES, THISCOULD DISCOURAGE SEAT BELT USAGE.
Remedy
REPLACE FRONT LAP SHOULDER BELT ASSEMBLIES, AS NECESSARY.
Notes
SYSTEM: FRONT LAP SHOULDER BELTS.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS.

Affected vehicles

Mercury Tracer1988