NHTSA Recall 04V246000: Buckle assembly (seat belts)
PL CUSTOM EMERGENCY VEHICLES reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 86 vehicles. It affects 5 models including the Pl Custom Crusader.
| NHTSA campaign | 04V246000 |
|---|---|
| Component | SEAT BELTS › FRONT › BUCKLE ASSEMBLY |
| Report received | May 20, 2004 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
Some fire trucks equipped with seat belts built by amsafe fail to conform to the load requirement of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 209, "seat belt assemblies."
Safety risk
The seat belt buckle may unlatch in the event of a vehicle crash, possibly resulting in personal injury to the seat occupant.
Remedy
Amsafe will notify customers and replace the buckles. Owners should contact amsafe at 1-574-266-8330 or pl custom at 1-732-223-1411.
Notes
Customers can 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 04V246000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Pl Custom Crusader | 2003, 2004 |
| Pl Custom Medallion | 2003 |
| Pl Custom Rescue | 2003 |
| Pl Custom Sentry | 2003 |
| Pl Custom Titan | 2003 |
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.