ATTENTION!: ACR HARNESSES found DEFECTIVE!!

[LTHL VPR]

I just recieve this from Bill at Apex Motorsports. It looks like evreyone with an ACR should immediately stop using the harnesses until you receive the replacement!

OMO Automotive has determined that a defect exists in certain of its racing harnesses which causes the harnesses to be unsafe. These harnesses, which bear the MOMO Corse or MOMO name (and in the case of certain Dodge Vipers only, the label "ACR") have labels on the lap strap referring to one or more of the following certification numbers: "FIA B-143.T/98," "FIA C-154.T/98,""FIA D-153.T98," "FIA D-142.T/98," "SFI" or "SFI 16.1." Only MOMO harnesses marked as FIA or SFI certified are involved. USE OF THESE HARNESSES SHOULD CEASE IMMEDIATELY

We are attempting to reach purchasers of these harnesses directly butwould appreciate it if you would contact your membership with this information as soon as possible and instruct your marshals to check for these harnesses and to prevent them from being used in any races. If you have any other methods or can suggest any other means of notifying drivers of this please contact Darick Schmitt of MOMO Automotive at (800) 749-MOMO.

 

[Andy]

Here's a link to a press release from DaimlerChrysler about the recall...

Chrysler Group Recalls 1999-2001 Dodge Viper ACR and GT-2 Models For 5-point Racing Harness

 

[David Jenkins]

I just looked at an ACR here at the shop. The only tag I saw was on the anti-sub. It's a 154/98. I think that is the only tag. dj

 

[Fred(DrivingSchool)Kinder]

This is a repeat form another topic. But fits here.

This is what my friends from the SCCA sent me!

The following new message has been posted on TracQuest/Rennlist DE Board.

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MESSAGE: (#4034) D.J. And others using Momo Harnesses, Warning! Ple <http://boards.rennlist.com/cgi-bin/trde/tqde.pl?review=4034
AUTHOR: jyoteen <[email protected]>
DATE: Friday, 16 March 2001, at 5:50 p.m.
> From: NASA-VA Rep Jon Felton > Reply To:
[email protected]
Sent: Friday, March 16, 2001 1:21 PM
To: [email protected];
[email protected];
[email protected]
Subject: OpnTrk: Fw:
Notice re MOMO Harness Belts
FYI... safety-related so please read
on... >
MOMO Automotive has determined that a defect exists in certain of
its racing harnesses which causes the harnesses to be unsafe.

These harnesses, which bear the MOMO Corse or MOMO name (and in the case of certain Dodge Vipers only, the label "ACR") have labels on the lap strap referring to one or more of the following certification numbers: "FIA B-143.T/98," "FIA C-154.T/98," > "FIA D-153.T98," "FIA D-142.T/98," "SFI" or "SFI 16.1."
Only MOMO harnesses marked as FIA or SFI certified are involved. USE OF THESE HARNESSES SHOULD CEASE IMMEDIATELY > > We are attempting to reach purchasers of these harnesses directly but > would > appreciate it if you would contact your membership with this information as soon as possible and instruct your marshals to check for these harnesses and to prevent them from being used in any races. If you have any other methods or can suggest any other means of notifying drivers of this please contact Darick
Schmitt of MOMO Automotive at (800) 749-MOMO, or [email protected].
Thank you for your assistance.

 

[HogWhisperer]

Wonder when the dealerships will be notified? As of today (Mar 27), my dealer says no recalls have been issued.

Since I have used my belts multiple times at road courses and drag strips I am pretty concerned about this.

Incidentally, I find no tag #'s on either passenger or driver side lap belts or shoulder harnesses.

Any other ACR owners heard from their dealers?

Thanks,
Paul

 

[2charmed]

I have an 01 ACR on order and it's being shipped to me finally this week. My dealer (chuck Tator) called me to tell me about the
probable recall and said as soon as he or I know more about it he would help me in anyway he could. He did say the belts in my ACR
were the ones in question and to not rely on them untill they are replaced/repaired

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Regards,
Steve

 

[David Jenkins]

Hey Paul, it's David Jenkins here. We pitted next to each other at the finals in '99.(Paul Mumford). The tag is on the anti-sub belt. If you must have approved belts to race in any sanctioning body, you'd better go buy some new ones. I'm sure it will take at least a couple of months for Dodge to get the recall under way. Don't expect to get reimbursed if you buy new ones. cheers,dj

 

[JonB]

Whatever happens, "probably" expect that Dodge will require a dealer exchange program, with dealer install required (to ensure safety compliance issues.) I hear that a program is being finalized at this time. Expect news any day. The "recall" was announced in Automotive News last week.

In the interim, a large number of folks have popped for a better harness: TeamTech 6001 Ram-Pacs. See em at: www.teamtechmotorsports.com

The patented sternum/clavicle/pelvic pads have resulted in testimonials of post-crash drivers, praising the lack of bruising or even soreness! If you have ever driven a long weekend event, you know how punishing the harnesses can be, WITHOUT an accident! The rotary buckle is the ONLY rotary approved even for Off-Road Racing use, due to its tested strength and dependability. These belts are just awesome!

PartsRack is still in our deep-discount March Special....begun BEFORE we even knew about the ACR-GT2 belt situation. 2-week delivery in custom colors, sizes, install, and adjustment options. Almost $100 off list price !

JonB~~~~~:<~