Seat belt part incorrectly heat-treated/fmvss 209
Defect Summary
Safety belt solutions ltd. (safety belt solutions) is recalling certain seat belts with part number 202441-1/mfg 35fb9. the seat belt tongues may not have been heat-treated correctly during manufacturing. as such, these seat belts fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 209, "seat belt assemblies."
Safety Consequence
Incorrectly heat-treated seat belt tongues may not properly restrain an occupant in the event of a crash, increasing their risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Safety belt solutions will notify the manufacturer that purchased the equipment, and safety belt solutions will test the seat belts, and replace them as necessary, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed may 14, 2021. owners may contact safety belt solutions customer service at +44 (0) 2393 079 064 (international number).
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FAQ: Recall 21E018000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 21E018000?
NHTSA recall 21E018000 was issued by Safety Belt Solutions Ltd on March 10, 2021. It addresses: Seat belt part incorrectly heat-treated/fmvss 209. The recall affects approximately 3,000 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Safety Belt Solutions Ltd dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 21E018000 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.