Recall 91V-053: 1990 Chrysler Town and Country, 1989–1990 Dodge Caravan and 1 more
CHRYSLER CORPORATION recall for seat belts, reported to NHTSA on Apr 10, 1991, covering about 640,000 vehicles.
The problem
Inboard front seat belt buckle assembly straps can suffer fatigue failure of the strap near its anchor position.
The risk
Fatigue failure of safety belts in a sudden stop oraccident condition results in increased likelihood of injury to seat occupant.
The fix
Replace fatigued straps or retrofit straps with a reinforcement plate and removal of an antirotation tab to prevent fatigue failure.
Notes
System: safety belt buckle assembly.vehicle description: passenger vans and cars.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | CHRYSLER CORPORATION |
|---|---|
| Component | Seat Belts › Front › Buckle Assembly |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 91V053000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Chrysler Town and Country | 1990 | All years |
| Dodge Caravan | 1989, 1990 | All years |
| Plymouth Voyager | 1989, 1990 | 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 91V-053?
Inboard front seat belt buckle assembly straps can suffer fatigue failure of the strap near its anchor position.
How is recall 91V-053 fixed?
Replace fatigued straps or retrofit straps with a reinforcement plate and removal of an antirotation tab to prevent fatigue failure.
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.