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1990-1991 Mitsubishi Caribbean 3000GT, Mitsubishi Caribbean Eclipse and others recall: buckle assembly

Mitsubishi Caribbean reported this safety recall on December 10, 1998. It covers about 53,162 vehicles.

vehicles affected
53,162
reported
Dec 10, 1998
owners notified
Feb 15, 1999

Seat belts: front: buckle assembly

What is wrong
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles sold in the caribbean. In the front passenger seat of these vehicles, which are equipped with takata belt buckles, the seat belt release buttons, which are made of ABS plastic material and marked "press," can break, allowing pieces to fall into the buckle assembly.
Risk
If pieces fall into the buckle assembly, the buckle may not operate properly, failing to properly restrain an occupant in the event of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will repair the front seat belt buckles.

Recall number 98V311000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 98V311000

Is there a recall on the 1990-1991 Mitsubishi Caribbean 3000GT, Mitsubishi Caribbean Eclipse and others buckle assembly?

Yes. Recall 98V311000, reported on December 10, 1998, covers about 53,162 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 98V311000?

Dealers will repair the front seat belt buckles.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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