Amsafe/seat belts/plastic cover housing
Defect Summary
On amsafe cp traveling retractor lap (type 1) seat belts, the plastic cover housing the reserve end of the seat belt web can break. if the two halves of the cover completely separate, the connector portion of the belt will detach from the cover. once detached, the connector rivet can separate from the connector frame causing the frame to become unusable.
Safety Consequence
This condition cannot occur during use, however, the belt will be unsuable and may result in an occupant seating position without a seat belt. in the event of a vehicle crash, an unbelted individual could be seriously injured or killed.
Corrective Action
Amsafe will notify its customers and provide a plastic outer cover that snaps over the existing cover on units in the field and will replace broken seat belts free of charge. owner notification began august 1, 2002. 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 amsafe at 574-266-8330.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Amsafe Commercial Products or involving Seat Belts.
FAQ: Recall 02E034000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 02E034000?
NHTSA recall 02E034000 was issued by Amsafe Commercial Products on July 10, 2002. It addresses: Amsafe/seat belts/plastic cover housing. The recall affects approximately 51,137 vehicles, with the defect involving the Seat Belts component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Amsafe Commercial Products dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 02E034000 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.