Am-safe/seat belt connectors
Defect Summary
Equipment description: center push button seat belt buckle connectors (tongues) from lot 9909 and assemblies using these connectors manufactured between september 1 and september 30, 1999. connectors for the affected lot were sent through a secondary process after stamping. the secondary process formed a chamfer in the contact surface of some of the connectors. a chamfer in the surface will allow the connector to disengage from the buckle during a vehicle crash leaving the occupant unrestrained. these buckle assemblies fail to comply with federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 209, "seat belt assemblies."
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. owner notification began march 1, 2001. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact am-safe commercial products at 219-266-8330.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Am Safe, Inc. or involving Seat Belts.
FAQ: Recall 01E007000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 01E007000?
NHTSA recall 01E007000 was issued by Am Safe, Inc. on February 20, 2001. It addresses: Am-safe/seat belt connectors. The recall affects approximately 31,561 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 01E007000 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.