Recall 80V-158: 1981 Jeep CJ5, 1981 Jeep CJ6 and 1 more

CHRYSLER CORPORATION recall for seat belts, reported to NHTSA on Dec 5, 1980, covering about 478 vehicles.

NHTSA number
80V-158
Report date
Dec 5, 1980
Vehicles affected
478
Owners notified
Apr 3, 1981

The problem

Some of the involved vehicles were assembled with tongue-end rear seat belt assemblies instead of the buckle end and tongue-end assemblies. Without the buckle end assemblies, the rear seat belts cannot be fastened.

The fix

The dealer will inspect and replace the rear seat belts, if incorrect belts were installed, at no charge.

Notes

Vehicle description: jeeps.system: interior; seat belt assemblies.consequences of defect: without the benefit of seat belts, the risk of injuryto passengers riding in the rear seat would be increased in the event of anacccident.

Recall details

ManufacturerCHRYSLER CORPORATION
ComponentSeat Belts › Rear/Other
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number80V158000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Jeep CJ51981All years
Jeep CJ61981All years
Jeep CJ71981All 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 80V-158?

Some of the involved vehicles were assembled with tongue-end rear seat belt assemblies instead of the buckle end and tongue-end assemblies. Without the buckle end assemblies, the rear seat belts cannot be fastened.

How is recall 80V-158 fixed?

The dealer will inspect and replace the rear seat belts, if incorrect belts were installed, at no charge.

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.