Safety Recall NHTSA · 85V105000 Reported August 26, 1985

Interior systems:seat belts:lap:front

Western Star Trucks, Inc. · Seat Belts · 1,360 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
85V105000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Seat Belts
Vehicles Affected
1,360
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
August 26, 1985

Defect Summary

The lap belt may disengage from the retractor assembly when it is subjected to severe loads, such as a frontal accident, due to interference by two seat frame bolts. consequence of defect: seat belt failure during an accident causes the occupant to be unrestrained which could result in a severe or fatal injury.

Corrective Action

Install 1.5 inch long spacer between tether bar and seat belt anchoring plate.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Western Star Trucks, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 85V105000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 85V105000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 85V105000?

NHTSA recall 85V105000 was issued by Western Star Trucks, Inc. on August 26, 1985. It addresses: Interior systems:seat belts:lap:front. The recall affects approximately 1,360 vehicles, with the defect involving the Seat Belts component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Western Star Trucks, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 85V105000 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.