NHTSA Recall 91V053000: Buckle assembly (seat belts)
CHRYSLER CORPORATION reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 640,000 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Chrysler Town and Country.
| NHTSA campaign | 91V053000 |
|---|---|
| Component | SEAT BELTS › FRONT › BUCKLE ASSEMBLY |
| Report received | April 10, 1991 |
| Owner notification | May 29, 1991 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
Inboard front seat belt buckle assembly straps can suffer fatigue failure of the strap near its anchor position.
Safety risk
Fatigue failure of safety belts in a sudden stop oraccident condition results in increased likelihood of injury to seat occupant.
Remedy
Replace fatigued straps or retrofit straps with a reinforcement plate and removal of an antirotation tab to prevent fatigue failure.
Notes
System: safety belt buckle assembly.vehicle description: passenger vans and cars.
Vehicles covered by recall 91V053000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Chrysler Town and Country | 1990 |
| Dodge Caravan | 1989, 1990 |
| Plymouth Voyager | 1989, 1990 |
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.