Investigation PE89037: 1988 Mercury Tracer

Status

CLOSED

Opened

Jan 30, 1989

Closed

May 25, 1989

Model years

1988

Subject

Seatbelt retractor jams

Component: Seat belts › Front › Retractor

Summary

Summary:inability to conveniently and quickly deploy and fastenseatbelts may discourage potential users.failure to properly use theseatbelts may increase the chance and/or severity of injury in theevent of a collision.===

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.

Model years covered

• 1988 Mercury Tracer21 complaints