NHTSA Recall 00V338001: Buckle assembly (seat belts)
FORD MOTOR COMPANY reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 2,500 vehicles. It affects 2001 Mercury Villager.
| NHTSA campaign | 00V338001 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 00S36 |
| Component | SEAT BELTS › FRONT › BUCKLE ASSEMBLY |
| Report received | October 26, 2000 |
| Owner notification | November 15, 2000 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Vehicle description: MINI vans. These vehicles may have the plastic trim cover around the base of the front seat safety belt buckle trapped between the shoulder of the restraint anchorage bolt and the seat pedestal. This could eventually allow the seat belt buckle bolt to loosen.
Safety risk
In the event of a crash, the occupant seated in that location may not be adequately restrained, increasing the risk of personal injury.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the seat belt buckle assembly attachment. Some belt buckle assemblies may require replacement.
Notes
Owner notification began november 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 ford at 1-800-392-3673.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 00V338001
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Mercury Villager | 2001 |
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.