Recall 99V-221: 1986–1991 Van House Astro, 1986–1991 Van House Safari
PAN-WIT, INC. recall for seat belts, reported to NHTSA on Aug 11, 1999, covering about 450 vehicles.
The problem
Vehicle description: conversion vans. The inboard buckles for the driver's and front passenger seats were installed on a seat bar attached to the seat pedestal. This raised the buckle location closer than permitted by the requirements of FMVSS no. 208, "occupant crash protection."
The risk
In the event of a crash, the occupant may not be properly restrained, increasing the risk of personal injury.
The fix
Dealers will remove the inboard seat belt buckles for the driver and front passenger seats and then remove a portion of the seat belt bar of each seat. Two new saeat belt buckles will be installed to the rear inboard floor stud.
Notes
Owner notification began december 15, 1999.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 pan-wit/van house at 1-573-365-7331. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Recall details
| Manufacturer | PAN-WIT, INC. |
|---|---|
| Component | Seat Belts › Front › Anchorage |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 99V221000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Van House Astro | 1986, 1987, 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991 | All years |
| Van House Safari | 1986, 1987, 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991 | 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 99V-221?
Vehicle description: conversion vans. The inboard buckles for the driver's and front passenger seats were installed on a seat bar attached to the seat pedestal. This raised the buckle location closer than permitted by the requirements of FMVSS no. 208, "occupant crash protection."
How is recall 99V-221 fixed?
Dealers will remove the inboard seat belt buckles for the driver and front passenger seats and then remove a portion of the seat belt bar of each seat. Two new saeat belt buckles will be installed to the rear inboard floor stud.
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.