Recall 78V-191: 1977–1978 Zimmer Van
ZIMMER HOMES CORP. recall for seat belts, reported to NHTSA on Sep 5, 1978, covering about 2,673 vehicles.
The problem
The seat belts are attached to the driver and passenger seats instead of the floor. The seat belts should be attached to the floor to eliminate excessive load in the seat slider assembly. This fails to comply with federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 207, "seating systems".
The fix
Dealer will replace and properly anchor seat belts without charge to owner.
Notes
Vehicle description: vans.system: interior; seat belts.consequences of defect: in the event of a vehicle accident, seat belts may notadequately restrain passengers, and the chances of personal injuries would beincreased.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | ZIMMER HOMES CORP. |
|---|---|
| Component | Seat Belts › Front › Anchorage |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 78V191000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Zimmer Van | 1977, 1978 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 78V-191?
The seat belts are attached to the driver and passenger seats instead of the floor. The seat belts should be attached to the floor to eliminate excessive load in the seat slider assembly. This fails to comply with federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 207, "seating systems".
How is recall 78V-191 fixed?
Dealer will replace and properly anchor seat belts without charge to owner.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.