NHTSA Recall 82V070000: Retractor (seat belts)
NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 118,747 vehicles. It affects 1979–1981 Nissan 510.
| NHTSA campaign | 82V070000 |
|---|---|
| Component | SEAT BELTS › FRONT › RETRACTOR |
| Report received | July 19, 1982 |
| Owner notification | September 7, 1982 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
On some of the involved seat belt assemblies, binding in the retractor mechanism may prevent the belt from being withdrawn from the retractor. This would render the seat belt unusable.
Safety risk
Not provided.
Remedy
Dealer will inspect and, if necessary, replace the seat belt retractor without charge to owner.
Notes
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: interior; seat belt assemblies.consequences of defect: in case of a sudden forceful stop or an accident,passengers are more likely to be injured when not wearing seat belts.
Vehicles covered by recall 82V070000
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.