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Volvo Airbag And Seatbelt Wiring Problem

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Volvo is recalling certain 2012 model vehicles manufactured between May 2012 to October 2012 because the wire harness under the front seats may not be secured properly to the seat frame. When the occupant adjusts the seat position, the wire harness may get pulled and disconnected. In the event of an accident, the airbag and lap belt pretensioner may not deploy properly. Volvo owners receiving the recall notice can take their vehicles to their dealership to have it inspected and repaired as necessary. For more information on the problem, contact Volvo cars at 1-800-458-1552. The vehicles involved in the recall include:

Intermittent Seatbelt Warning in GM Trucks

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General Motors (GM) has issued a recall for some 2012 Chevrolet Colorado and 2012 GMC Canyon trucks for a problem with the driver safety belt buckle electrical connector. According to reports filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the connectors terminals may not fit snugly with the connector pins. The intermittent connection could leave the driver with no visual or audible warning to fasten their seat belt. This failure to comply with the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards could increase the risk of injury in the event of an accident. Owners wanting more information on the recall can contact Chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438 and GMC at 1-866-996-9463.

Honda Reports Seat Belt Problem

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Honda is recalling certain 2009-2011 Pilot SUV vehicles for a problem with the driver and front passenger seat belts. According to the recall, there is a possibility that the stitching that attaches the lap section of the seatbelt may be incomplete or missing. In the event of an accident, the occupants may not be properly protected. Honda Dealers will inspect and replace any affected belts free of charge. Owners wanting more information about the problem can contact Honda’s customer service at 1-800-999-1009.

Honda Recalls Seat Belts

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Honda will be recalling some 2009-2011 Pilot vehicles for seat belts that could detach from the anchor webbing. According to Honda, there is a possibility that the stitching securing the end of the driver and front passenger lap section may have missing or incomplete stitching. Honda dealers will inspect and replace defected belts free of charge to the customer. Owners wanting more information on the recall can contact Honda at 1-800-999-1009.

Porsche Recalls Vehicles For Seat Belts

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Porsche has announced a recall for certain 2011 and 2012 vehicles, because of a problem with the seat belts. In a report filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), Porsche said there is a possibility that the mounting holes in the seat belt anchor plate are too small. The anchor plate may not rotate around the fastening bolt and may not give occupants the proper protection during a crash. Porsche dealers will inspect and replace defective seat belts free of charge. Owners wanting more information about the recall can contact Porsche at 1-800-767-7243. The vehicles involved in this recall include:

Dodge Sprinter Recalled For Seat Belts

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Mercedes Benz has announced a recall that could affect the safety of passengers riding in the second row seating of their 2008-2011 Dodge Sprinter 2500 and 3500 vehicles. According to the recall, the safety belts in these vehicles may not lock as required and the assembly loop may not perform to minimum force requirements. During an accident, the passengers could be left unrestrained resulting in injury or death.

Mercedes Benz will inspect and replace any seat belts that have been found to be unsafe. Owners wanting more information on this recall can contact Mercedes Benz at 843-695-5000.