Recall 88V-181: 1980–1982 Suzuki LJ80, 1980–1982 Suzuki LJ81

AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP. recall for seat belts, reported to NHTSA on Nov 18, 1988, covering about 4,546 vehicles.

NHTSA number
88V-181
Report date
Nov 18, 1988
Vehicles affected
4,546
Owners notified
Dec 16, 1989

The problem

Seat belt latch stalk (Coated wire cable between the seat belt latch and vehicle floor on the inboard side of the front seats) can become damaged and could break after extensive bending.

The risk

Breakage of the latch stalk would prevent the seat beltfrom restraining the occupant in the event of a sudden stop or crash.

The fix

Install replacement components.

Notes

System: seat belts.vehicle description: four wheel drive.

Recall details

ManufacturerAMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP.
ComponentSeat Belts › Front
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number88V181000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Suzuki LJ801980, 1981, 1982All years
Suzuki LJ811980, 1981, 1982All 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 88V-181?

Seat belt latch stalk (Coated wire cable between the seat belt latch and vehicle floor on the inboard side of the front seats) can become damaged and could break after extensive bending.

How is recall 88V-181 fixed?

Install replacement components.

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.