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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 14V456000

2013 Sutphen Minitower — Seat belts

Published July 25, 2014 · Recall initiated: July 2, 2014

Summary

NHTSA records recall 14V456000, published July 25, 2014 and initiated July 2, 2014. Recalling firm: Sutphen Corporation; 2013 Sutphen Minitower — Seat belts.

What's the hazard

Sutphen Corporation (Sutphen) is recalling one model year 2013 Minitower fire truck manufactured in January 2013, and equipped with IMMI-brand L9 seat belt buckles. When the button is pressed to release the seat belt, the latch plate can become partially engaged with the buckle, making the seat belt difficult to unlatch. As such, these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies.

What to do

Sutphen will notify the owner and a Sutphen representative will inspect and replace the seat belt buckle, as necessary, free of charge. Owners may contact Sutphen customer service at 1-866-287-5549.

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Recall details

Brand
SUTPHEN
Model
MINITOWER
Manufacturer
Sutphen Corporation
Lot
2013 SUTPHEN MINITOWER
Risk classification
V
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was 2013 Sutphen Minitower — Seat belts recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 14V456000 on July 25, 2014. Reported hazard: Sutphen Corporation (Sutphen) is recalling one model year 2013 Minitower fire truck manufactured in January 2013, and equipped with IMMI-brand L9 seat belt buckles. When the button is pressed to release the seat belt, the latch plate can become partially engaged with the buckle, making the seat belt difficult to unlatch. As such, these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies.

What should I do if I have this product?

Sutphen will notify the owner and a Sutphen representative will inspect and replace the seat belt buckle, as necessary, free of charge. Owners may contact Sutphen customer service at 1-866-287-5549.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: SUTPHEN. Model: MINITOWER.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)