Safety Recall NHTSA · 89V165000 Reported October 4, 1989

Interior systems:restraint:belt anchor and attachm

Western Star Trucks, Inc. · Seat Belts · 7 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
89V165000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Seat Belts
Vehicles Affected
7
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
October 4, 1989

Defect Summary

Seat belts designed for use on driver's seats were installed on passenger seats; this causes the strap connecting the buckle to the floor to be twisted.

Safety Consequence

Stresses within the buckle result in failure to complywith fmvss 210.

Corrective Action

Replace seat belt assemblies.

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 89V165000 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 89V165000

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

What is recall 89V165000?

NHTSA recall 89V165000 was issued by Western Star Trucks, Inc. on October 4, 1989. It addresses: Interior systems:restraint:belt anchor and attachm. The recall affects approximately 7 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 89V165000 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.