Equipment recall 88E012001 · April 15, 1988
1988 Mercedes-Benz Mercedes Benz
The buckle assembly could have a large pawl to base clearance which may not allow the proper engagement of the connector.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
This is a recall of aftermarket equipment listed for the vehicles below. It applies only if the recalled part was installed on the vehicle.
- Summary
- The buckle assembly could have a large pawl to base clearance which may not allow the proper engagement of the connector.
- Consequence
- The pawl to base clearance precludes the inability toengage the seat belt connector.
- Remedy
- Inspect and replace all buckle assemblies found with improper clearance.
- Notes
- This safety recall was initiated by am safe, Inc, in recall 88E012000.VEHICLE category: trucks/buses.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 88E012001
- Reported to NHTSA
- April 15, 1988
- Filed by
- MERCEDES-BENZ USA, INC.
- Owner notification
- April 12, 1988
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 1,600
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Seat belts › Front › Buckle assembly
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- Mercedes-Benz Mercedes Benz (1988): 1988
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