NHTSA Recall 00V070000: Anchorage (seat belts)
EUROPA INTERNATIONAL, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 22 vehicles. It affects 1999 Europa G-500.
| NHTSA campaign | 00V070000 |
|---|---|
| Component | SEAT BELTS › FRONT › ANCHORAGE |
| Report received | March 6, 2000 |
| Owner notification | March 15, 2000 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Vehicle description: multi-purpose passenger vehicles (long wheel base). An incorrect size/shape of the metal body housing where the right front seat belt is secured allows the seat belt reel to rub against the external housing.
Safety risk
This condition can affect the performance of the assembly, increasing the risk of injury to an occupant in the event of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect, modify, and, if necessary, replace the seat belt reel.
Notes
Owner notification is expected to begin march 15, 2000. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact europa at 1-888-538-7672. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 00V070000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Europa G-500 | 1999 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.