NHTSA Recall 95V005000: Buckle assembly (seat belts)
CHRYSLER CORPORATION reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 185,000 vehicles. It affects 1994 Dodge RAM.
| NHTSA campaign | 95V005000 |
|---|---|
| Component | SEAT BELTS › FRONT › BUCKLE ASSEMBLY |
| Report received | January 18, 1995 |
| Owner notification | March 23, 1995 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
The cinch bar component within the passenger side safety belt buckle assembly shatters causing the belt to release.
Safety risk
The passenger would not be properly restrained and could be injured in the event of a sudden stop or accident.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the cinch bar with a newly designed part.
Notes
System: interior systems; active restraints; belt buckles.vehicle description: light duty pickup trucks.note: if the vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided free of charge within a reasonable time, please contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Vehicles covered by recall 95V005000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Dodge RAM | 1994 |
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.