Jaguar/fmvss 209/trw seat belt buckles
Defect Summary
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with trw seat belt buckle assemblies. the buckle base of these seat belt assemblies were not properly heat treated and therefore do not pass the load bearing requirement of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 209, "seat belt assemblies."
Safety Consequence
In the event of a vehicle crash, the occupant may not be properly restrained.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect and change, if necessary, the seat belt buckles.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Jaguar Cars, Ltd. or involving N/A.
FAQ: Recall 00V228004
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 00V228004?
NHTSA recall 00V228004 was issued by Jaguar Cars, Ltd. on August 25, 2000. It addresses: Jaguar/fmvss 209/trw seat belt buckles. The recall affects approximately 5,477 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Jaguar Cars, Ltd. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 00V228004 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.