Interior systems:active restraints:belt buckles
Defect Summary
In stamping the metal parts it appears the worn tooling caused the dimension of parts to change. the press button, due to these changed dimensions, causes the latch which holds the tongue to have less surface area with which to connect to the tongue.
Safety Consequence
The belt fails to meet the requirements of fmvss 209.also, the belt will fail to restraint the passenger in case of a crash.
Corrective Action
New latches, press buttons and buckle covers will be supplied to all owners of the motorhomes.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Temple Products Inc. or involving Seat Belts.
FAQ: Recall 87E010000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 87E010000?
NHTSA recall 87E010000 was issued by Temple Products Inc. on March 25, 1987. It addresses: Interior systems:active restraints:belt buckles. The recall affects approximately 9,000 vehicles, with the defect involving the Seat Belts component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Temple Products Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 87E010000 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.