NHTSA Recall 14V230000: Seat belts
HME, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1 vehicles. It affects 2013 Ferrara Intruder Ember Cab/chassi.
| NHTSA campaign | 14V230000 |
|---|---|
| Component | SEAT BELTS |
| Report received | May 2, 2014 |
| Owner notification | June 2, 2014 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
HME, Inc. is recalling one model year 2013 Ferrara Intruder Ember Cab and Chassis emergency vehicle equipped with IMMI-brand L9 seat belt buckles. When the button is pressed to release the seat belt, the latch plate can become partially engaged with the buckle, making the seat belt difficult to unlatch. As such, this vehicle fails to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies."
Safety risk
If the latch plate remains partially engaged after the button is pressed, egress from the vehicle could be hindered which would increase the risk of injury in the event of an emergency.
Remedy
HME notified the owner, and a dealer will inspect the vehicle and replace the seat belt buckles, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began in June 2014. Owners may contact HME at 1-616-534-1463.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 14V230000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Ferrara Intruder Ember Cab/chassi | 2013 |
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.