APV Safety Products Aftermarket Seatbelt Kits
Published 3 February 2019
Product
APV Safety Products Aftermarket Seatbelt Kits Affected bolt is silver with three raised lines (see images). Affected dates of manufacture are 1 June 2018 to 21 December 2018. See seatbelt label for date of manufacture.
Why it was recalled
Internal defects have been identified in the seatbelt anchorage bolts (specification 7/16UNF x38mm Grade 5 anchorage bolt) that may cause the bolt to crack in certain conditions. The Seatbelt Anchorage Bolts are included in certain APV Safety Products Aftermarket Seatbelt Kits sold from 17 July 2018 to 19 January 2019.
Hazard
If the seatbelt anchorage bolt fractures, the seat belt's performance could be compromised in a vehicle crash. In the event of a collision, there could be an increased risk of injury to occupants of the vehicle as a result.
Source: Product Safety Australia. RecallMatch AU provides a screening summary and is independent of the ACCC.