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NHTSA Recall 68V070000: Webbing (seat belts)

VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 293,000 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Volkswagen Type I.

293,000
vehicles potentially affected
3
models affected
1968
owners notified (July 10)
NHTSA campaign68V070000
ComponentSEAT BELTS › FRONT › WEBBING
Report receivedJuly 18, 1968
Owner notificationJuly 10, 1968
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Not provided.

Safety risk

Not provided.

Remedy

Not provided.

Notes

Possibility that front seat over-the- shoulder/lap safety belts have tendency to gradually loosen their adjustment.if this occurs belts are not kept taut and are not as effective.(correct by inspection and add a spring device when necessary.)

Vehicles covered by recall 68V070000

Make and modelModel years
Volkswagen Type I1968
Volkswagen Type II1968
Volkswagen Type III1968

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.