Honda/fmvss 209/seat belt buckle
Defect Summary
Vehicle description: the following vehicles were repaired with incorrect parts: 2002 acura 3.2tl sedans with replacement buckles installed per recall 01v-166001; certain 2000 acura 3.2tl vehicles with replacement buckles installed as product update repairs; and certain 2000-2002 acura 3.2tl vehicles with replacement buckles installed as warranty or collision repairs. repairs were made from march 9 through july 27, 2001. some of the noncompliant buckles were mislabeled and redistributed to acura dealers to be used as recall repair parts. honda also determined that incorrect front seat belt buckle replacement parts were used for some product update repairs of 2000 acura 3.2tl vehicles, and warranty or collision repairs of 2000-2002 3.2tl vehicles. these seat belt buckles may not comply with requirements of fmvss no. 209, "seat belt assemblies."
Safety Consequence
In the event of a crash, the seat occupant may not be properly restrained.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect, and if necessary, replace the front seat belt buckles. owner notification began august 20, 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 acura at 1-800-999-1009.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Honda (american Honda Motor Co.) or involving Seat Belts.
FAQ: Recall 01V166002
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 01V166002?
NHTSA recall 01V166002 was issued by Honda (american Honda Motor Co.) on August 14, 2001. It addresses: Honda/fmvss 209/seat belt buckle. The recall affects approximately 8,168 vehicles, with the defect involving the Seat Belts component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Honda (american Honda Motor Co.) dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 01V166002 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.