Vehicle recall 72V261000 · October 27, 1972

1970-1971 Porsche 914

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

Notes: Porsch/Audi campaign no bg.possibility that buckle may twist on inboardportion of seat belt when seat is adjusted to most rearward position.thenon-adjustable inboard portion of the safety belt assembly is too long to allowa perfect triangular arrangement of the lap and shoulder belt.it may causepassenger discomfort and affect seat belt usage.(correct by installingshorter belt to allow proper positioning of shoulder belt buckle when driver'sseat is adjusted in rearward position.)

Recall details

NHTSA campaign: 72V261000
Reported to NHTSA: October 27, 1972
Filed by: PORSCHE CARS N.A. INC.
Owner notification: January 19, 1973
Vehicles potentially affected: 18,989
Initiated by: NHTSA’s Office of Vehicle Safety Compliance
Components: Seat belts › Front › Buckle assembly

Recall 72V261000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

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Porsche 914 (1970-1971): 1971, 1970

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