Recall 04V-245: 2004 Hme 1871, 2004 Hme SFO
HME INCORPORATED recall for seat belts, reported to NHTSA on May 28, 2004, covering about 34 vehicles.
The problem
Certain seat belt buckles on some motor homes fail to conform to the load requirement of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 209, "seat belt assemblies."
The risk
The seat belt buckle may unlatch in the event of a vehicle crash, possibly resulting in personal injury to the seat occupant.
The fix
Amsafe will notify customers and replace the buckles. Owners should contact amsafe at 1-574-266-8330 or hme at 1-616-534-1463.
Notes
Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Recall details
| Manufacturer | HME INCORPORATED |
|---|---|
| Component | Seat Belts › Front › Buckle Assembly |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 04V245000 |
Vehicles in this recall
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 04V-245?
Certain seat belt buckles on some motor homes fail to conform to the load requirement of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 209, "seat belt assemblies."
How is recall 04V-245 fixed?
Amsafe will notify customers and replace the buckles. Owners should contact amsafe at 1-574-266-8330 or hme at 1-616-534-1463.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.