NHTSA Recall 01V166001: Buckle assembly (seat belts)
AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 9,034 vehicles. It affects 2002 Acura TL.
| NHTSA campaign | 01V166001 |
|---|---|
| Component | SEAT BELTS › FRONT › BUCKLE ASSEMBLY |
| Report received | May 24, 2001 |
| Owner notification | May 9, 2001 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Vehicle description: certain passenger vehicles fail to comply with requirements of FMVSS no. 209, "seat belt assemblies." certain driver and passenger seat belt buckles were improperly manufactured.
Safety risk
In the event of a crash, the seat occupant may not be properly restrained.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect, and if necessary, replace the front seat belt buckles. Owner notification began may 9, 2001. 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 acura at 1-800-999-1009.
Notes
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 01V166001
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Acura TL | 2002 |
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.