Am-safe/seat belt buckles
Defect Summary
Equipment description: center push button seat belt buckle assemblies manufactured using this buckle with buckle pawl lot numbers 01a, 02a, and 05a. these buckles were manufactured in the months of september 1999, december 1999, and january 2000. the defect is such that on some seat belts, the buckle and connector may unlatch during a collision, leaving the occupant unrestrained.
Safety Consequence
Serious injury or death could occur if the vehicle occupant is not properly restrained.
Corrective Action
Am-safe is notifying customers that they will inspect and replace the defective buckle assemblies free of charge.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Am Safe, Inc. or involving Seat Belts.
FAQ: Recall 00E048000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 00E048000?
NHTSA recall 00E048000 was issued by Am Safe, Inc. on August 22, 2000. It addresses: Am-safe/seat belt buckles. The recall affects approximately 91,415 vehicles, with the defect involving the Seat Belts component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Am Safe, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 00E048000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.