Recall 04V-226
SAAB CARS USA, INC. recalled the 2003 to 2004 Saab 9-3: Seat belts (front, retractor).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 04V-226
- Reported
- May 11, 2004
- Vehicles affected
- 31,335 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Some sport sedans were built with seat belt retractors that were damaged during the manufacturing process. If damaged, over time, the automatic tensioning system (ats) cable in the seat belt retractor could break causing the belt webbing to not retract.
The risk
In the event of a crash, a front seat occupant may receive more severe injuries.
The fix
Dealers will replace the seat belt retractor assemblies. The recall began on january 24, 2005. Owners should contact saab at 1-[removed].
Notes from the manufacturer
Saab recall no. 15017. Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-[removed]).
Affected vehicles
- Saab 9-3 2003 to 2004