Investigation PE86064: 1986 Saab 9000

Status

CLOSED

Opened

Jul 7, 1986

Closed

Sep 9, 1986

Model years

1986

Subject

Seat track/belt failure

Component: Seat belts › Front › Buckle assembly

Summary

Analysis:a compliance information request (cir) dated may 30, 1986, hasbeen sent to the manufacturer.no response has as yet been received.the office of defects investigation is interested in learning whether thefailure during test represents a defect in design, material or manufacturewhich manifests itself only during dynamic conditions.status:an information request is in preparation.proposed action:open a preliminary evaluation and send an informationrequest.===

An NHTSA investigation looks into whether a safety defect exists. Opening one is not a finding. Outcomes can include a recall, closure without action, or further inquiry.