Amsafe/fmvss 209/seat belt buckle assembly
Defect Summary
Seat belt buckle assemblies, p/n 10016-xx, buckle lot number 0302, 0305, 0306, 0307, 0308, or 0312 which fail to hold the 5,000 lb. Loop load requirement of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 209, "seat belt assemblies."
Safety Consequence
The seat belt buckle may unlatch in the event of a vehicle crash, possibly resulting in personal injury to the seat occupant.
Corrective Action
Amsafe will notify its customers and replace the buckles free of charge. owner notification is expected to begin during april 2004. 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 04E024000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 04E024000?
NHTSA recall 04E024000 was issued by Amsafe Commercial Products on March 24, 2004. It addresses: Amsafe/fmvss 209/seat belt buckle assembly. The recall affects approximately 24,656 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 04E024000 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.