Recall 93V-170: 1993 Tiara Conversion Van

TIARA MOTOR COACH DIVISION recall for seat belts, reported to NHTSA on Oct 18, 1993, covering about 8,283 vehicles.

NHTSA number
93V-170
Report date
Oct 18, 1993
Vehicles affected
8,283
Owners notified
May 15, 1994

The problem

With the driver seat in the forward most position, the safety belt is excessively tight for persons whose dimensions are a those of 95th percentile male, resulting in non-compliance with FMVSS no. 208, "occupant crash protection."

The risk

The driver would be discouraged from use of the safetybelt assembly due to the uncomfortable fit, exposing the driver to a greaterrisk of serious injury or death in the event of an accident.

The fix

The factory safety belt buckle assembly will be replaced using a substitute buckle assembly which has the capability of being extended to achieve the proper fit for 95th percentile males.

Notes

System: interior systems; safety belt assembly; FMVSS 208.vehicle description: conversion vans built on chevrolet and gmc 3/4 ton vans.

Recall details

ManufacturerTIARA MOTOR COACH DIVISION
ComponentSeat Belts › Front › Anchorage
Recall started byNHTSA (Office of Vehicle Safety Compliance)
NHTSA campaign number93V170000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Tiara Conversion Van1993All 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 93V-170?

With the driver seat in the forward most position, the safety belt is excessively tight for persons whose dimensions are a those of 95th percentile male, resulting in non-compliance with FMVSS no. 208, "occupant crash protection."

How is recall 93V-170 fixed?

The factory safety belt buckle assembly will be replaced using a substitute buckle assembly which has the capability of being extended to achieve the proper fit for 95th percentile males.

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.