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Recall

Saab 900 — 94V174000

NHTSA ID
94V174000
Make
Saab
Model
900
Years Affected
1994
Recall Date
1994-09-14
Component
STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
Units Affected
9,814
Completion Rate
Mfr Campaign No.

Summary

THE TWO WELD POINTS IN THE REARWARD ATTACHMENT BRACKET FOR THE SIDE IMPACT PROTECTION BEAM IN THE REAR DOOR MAY BE OUT OF POSITION. IF THE WELDS ARE OUT OF POSITION, THE VEHICLES WILL NOT MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS 214, S5, "SIDE DOOR STRENGTH."

Consequence

CONSEQUENCE OF NON-COMPLIANCE: PASSENGERS SITTING IN THE REAR SEATS WILL BE SUBJECT TO AN INCREASED RISK OF INJURY IN THE EVENT OF A SIDE COLLISION.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL INSTALL SUPPORT BRACKETS AT THE SUPPORT WELD LOCATIONS.

Affected Vehicles

Saab 900
Model Years: 1994

1994 Saab 900