The problem
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. Under certain conditions, the seat belt retractor can deform and cause complete or frequent locking of the retractor. As a result, the seat belts cannot be pulled out of the retractor and cannot be used.
The risk
In the event of a crash, the seat occupant May not be properly restrained, increasing the risk of personal injury or death.
The fix
Dealers will replace the seat belt actuator assembly.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 00V-316 (00V316000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) |
| Component | Seat belts › Front › Retractor |
| Report date | October 10, 2000 |
| Owners notified | October 23, 2000 |
| Vehicles affected | 9,147 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the seat belts
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 00V-316 repair free?
Yes. Honda dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the seat belt actuator assembly.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 9,147 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.