Recalls for 1990 Suzuki Samurai

DEFECT #1 - SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY

Posted on: 1995-05-24
Description
The front safety belt buckle release buttons can break.  These red plastic release buttons are marked press.  If a button breaks, pieces can fall into the buckle assembly causing the buckle to operate improperly.

Consequence
The safety belts would not provide adequate protection to an occupant in a vehicle crash.

Corrective Action
Owners should promptly check the condition and operation of both front safety belt buckles and carefully inspect the red release button for any breaks or cracks.  They should ensure that both buckles are operating properly by inserting each latch plate into its buckle, tugging on the belt to make sure the latch is securely locked, and then pressing the release button.  The latch plate should pop out of the buckle when the button is pressed.  If either button shows a sign of breaking or cracking or if either buckle fails to operate properly, owners should promptly contact their authorized dealer to schedule an appointment to have the buckle replaced or repaired, free of charge.  The manufacturer is developing a remedy designed to prevent failure of the buttons that are not currently broken.

Notes
System: interior; seat belts; belt buckles.vehicle description: passenger and multi-purpose vehicles equipped with safety belts made by takata corporation.note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided free of charge within a reasonable time, pleae contact suzuki at 1-714-996-7040.  Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.