Safety Recall NHTSA · 92V177000 Reported December 2, 1992

Interior systems:seat track anchors and seats

Elk Automotive, Llc · N/A · 1,000 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
92V177000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Manufacturer
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
1,000
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
December 2, 1992

Defect Summary

The mid-position seat pedestal locking pin on the removalbe section of the pedestal failed the load test requirement.

Safety Consequence

The seating systems on these conversion vans do not meetthe requirements of fmvss 207, and would not properly protect the seat occupantin the event of a sudden stop or accident.

Corrective Action

The safety belt retractor will be removed from the seat pedestal and remounted to the floor with the proper backing plate to reduce the load on the pedestal in event of a sudden stop or accident.

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 Elk Automotive, Llc dealer and reference recall ID 92V177000 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 92V177000

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

What is recall 92V177000?

NHTSA recall 92V177000 was issued by Elk Automotive, Llc on December 2, 1992. It addresses: Interior systems:seat track anchors and seats. The recall affects approximately 1,000 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Elk Automotive, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 92V177000 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.