NHTSA Recall 00V273001: Buckle assembly (seat belts)
COACHMEN INDUSTRIES, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 2,688 vehicles. It affects 6 models including the Coachmen Catalina.
| NHTSA campaign | 00V273001 |
|---|---|
| Component | SEAT BELTS › FRONT › BUCKLE ASSEMBLY |
| Report received | September 13, 2000 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Vehicle description: class a and c motor homes equipped with safety belt assemblies built by am-safe. On some seat belts, the buckle and connector may unlatch during a collision.
Safety risk
Serious injury or death could occur if the vehicle occupant is not properly restrained.
Remedy
Am-safe in notifying customers that they will inspect and replace the defective buckle assemblies free of charge.
Notes
Owner notification is expected to begin during september 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 am-safe commercial products at 219-266-8330. 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 00V273001
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Coachmen Catalina | 1999, 2000 |
| Coachmen Leprechaun | 1999, 2000 |
| Coachmen Mirada | 1999, 2000 |
| Coachmen Pathfinder | 1999, 2000 |
| Coachmen Santara | 1999, 2000 |
| Coachmen Sportscoach | 1999, 2000 |
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.