NHTSA Recall 72V160000: Webbing (seat belts)
FORD MOTOR COMPANY reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 4,072,000 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the Ford Ford.
| NHTSA campaign | 72V160000 |
|---|---|
| Component | SEAT BELTS › FRONT › WEBBING |
| Report received | June 29, 1972 |
| Owner notification | June 28, 1972 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
The shoulder belt pin connector plastic sleeves which were injection molded can have surface imperfections or discontinuities at the point at which thermal plastic is injected into mold and where flow diverges to fill both sides of the ring. If the condition exists and the sleeve breaks away from the pin, the shoulder belt will not remain engaged to the seat belt buckle.
Safety risk
If the shoulder belt is separated from the seat beltbuckle, the shoulder belt will not properly protect seat occupants in the eventof a suddent stop or accident.
Remedy
Replace the shoulder belt pin connector plastic sleeve with neoprene retainers.
Notes
System: interior; safety belts.vehicle description: passenger cars and light trucks.
Vehicles covered by recall 72V160000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Ford Ford | 1970, 1971 |
| Ford Ranchero | 1970, 1971 |
| Lincoln Lincoln | 1970, 1971 |
| Mercury Mercury | 1970, 1971 |
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.