Safety Recall NHTSA · 86V104000 Reported August 5, 1986

Interior systems:active restraints:belt retractors

Volvo Trucks North America · Seat Belts · 19,921 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
86V104000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Seat Belts
Vehicles Affected
19,921
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
August 5, 1986

Defect Summary

Seat belt may loosen when extended completely from the non-locking retractor, even though it is buckled and adjusted snugly. this allows the free end of the belt to creep back into the retractor without warning. consequence of defect: seat belt may not properly restrain occupant in event of a sudden stop or accident.

Corrective Action

Repair or replace seat belt, as necessary.

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 Volvo Trucks North America dealer and reference recall ID 86V104000 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 86V104000

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

What is recall 86V104000?

NHTSA recall 86V104000 was issued by Volvo Trucks North America on August 5, 1986. It addresses: Interior systems:active restraints:belt retractors. The recall affects approximately 19,921 vehicles, with the defect involving the Seat Belts component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Volvo Trucks North America dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 86V104000 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.