Recall 00V-316: seat belt retractor can deform and lock (2000)
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What causes "Recall 00V-316: seat belt retractor can deform and lock (2000)" on the Honda S2000 (AP1, 2000-2003), and how is it fixed?
NHTSA's record says the retractor can deform under certain conditions (9,147 cars). Fix: Dealers replace the seat belt actuator assembly, free; notification was expected in October 2000.
Symptoms
The seat belt retractor can lock up.
Cause
NHTSA's record says the retractor can deform under certain conditions (9,147 cars).
Fix (summary)
Dealers replace the seat belt actuator assembly, free; notification was expected in October 2000. Check the VIN.
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More for this car
- All Honda S2000 (AP1, 2000-2003) fitment answers · AP1 common problems
- Newsletter archive: past issues with every new and corrected entry
Sources
- NHTSA recall 00V-316: seat belt retractor can deform and lock (2000 S2000) — NHTSA (recall record filed by American Honda Motor Co.) (regulatory; read 2026-10-26; full page read)
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