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2004 Saab 9-3 Seat Belts Front Retractor Recall


NHTSA Recall #	42549
NHTSA Compaign #	04V226000
MFG Compaign #	15017
Manufacturer	SAAB CARS USA, INC.
Supplier	SAAB
Brand	SAAB
Model	9-3
Model Year	2004
Component	SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR
Date of notification	24/01/05
Begin date of manufacuring	01/06/03
End date of manufacturing	30/09/03
Type of recall	V
Recall initiator	MFR
Report received	11/05/04
Report created	12/05/04
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FMV safety standard number
Estimated number of affected units	31335
Defect summary	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.
Consequence summary	In the event of a crash, a front seat occupant may receive more severe injuries.
Corrective action	Dealers will replace the seat belt retractor assemblies. The recall began on january 24, 2005. Owners should contact saab at 1-800-955-9007.
Recall notes	Saab recall no. 15017. Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

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2004 Saab 9-3 Seat Belts Front Retractor Recall

2004 Saab 9-3 Seat Belts Front Retractor Recall

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