Recall 97V-096: 1997 Isuzu Hombre
ISUZU MOTORS LIMITED recall for seat belts, reported to NHTSA on Jun 12, 1997, covering about 3,106 vehicles.
The problem
Vehicle description: extended cab pickup trucks equipped with 60/40 front bench seats and extended cab pickup trucks and 2-door utility vehicles equipped with manual locking recliner bucket seats. The outboard safety belt webbing on the driver's and/or passenger's seat can separate during a frontal impact.
The risk
If a separation occurred and there were secondary crash events or vehicle rollover, there would be no belt restraint of the occupant and increased injuries could occur.
The fix
Dealers will install a protective cover over the recliner mechanism.
Notes
Owner notification:owner notification will begin during september 1997. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact isuzu at 1-800-255-6727. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | ISUZU MOTORS LIMITED |
|---|---|
| Component | Seat Belts |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 97V096002 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Isuzu Hombre | 1997 | 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 97V-096?
Vehicle description: extended cab pickup trucks equipped with 60/40 front bench seats and extended cab pickup trucks and 2-door utility vehicles equipped with manual locking recliner bucket seats. The outboard safety belt webbing on the driver's and/or passenger's seat can separate during a frontal impact.
How is recall 97V-096 fixed?
Dealers will install a protective cover over the recliner mechanism.
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.