LVVTA compliant seat rails

Over the last several years, we have been working hard to bring a you a product to the NZ market to help making your modifying and driving experience better.

We have gone through the process with both LVV certifiers and the LVVTA to be able to bring you a safe product that takes the hassle out of fitting new seats and in most cases, removed the need to have to retrofit your seat belts on to your transmission tunnels or floor. This takes away a huge amount of frustration when you come to certify your vehicle with new, or used aftermarket seats which often require aftermarket or custom rails, with us, we are able to supply rails for over 30 vehicle brands and literally thousands of models and sub models of passenger cars, sports cars, vans, 4WD and some light trucks for both bottom (bucket) mounted and side (fixed back race) mounted seats.

 

Frequently asked questions:

Q: Will these seat rails need LVV certification?

A: Yes, even though these are LVVTA compliant, these will still need to be certified by a licensed LVV inspector.

 

Q: If these seats rails are LVV Compliant, why do I need to have them certified?

A: The LVVTA need to inspect critical safety items to ensure they are both up to standard from a manufacturing standpoint and meet the safety testing requirements, these parameters need to be checked in person and to also ensure the likes of your seat rails, seats and safety belts have been installed correctly into the vehicle so that you and your passengers are as safe as possible in the event of an accident or collision.

 

Q: Have these seat rails been tested?

A: Yes! Our seat rails have been through destructive safety testing and they have the relative testing documents which means they meet or exceed International safety testing requirements and meet or exceed the requirements of LVVTA. 

 

Q: Can I get a copy of the testing documentation for my LVV certifier?

A: Yes! If you do not have the required testing information and require them for certification, reach out to us with the product code, serial number and original invoice number so we can send the documents to your LVV certifier, this will cost you $25 and will be emailed to your certifier.

 

Q: How hard are these to install?

A: These are easy to install and come with installation instructions, you may need extra spacers for attaching your seatbelt stork though to secure them adequately, feel free to reach out if you are unsure about this.

 

Q: Can I return these if I don't want them?

A: Unfortunately no, these are special order items and we are unable to return this product, make sure you have chosen the correct item for your vehicle and if you are not sure or need more information, contact us at info@strangeworkshop.co.nz and we can help.

 

Q: How long does it take to receive my order?

A: We usually say allow 4 weeks for delivery, at this stage while we are developing sales trends, we are holding low stock so most orders are placed weekly and they are made to order. Excusing Public holidays and the standard NZ Christmas holiday break of 2-3 weeks and Holiday Periods in Japan, we can usually fulfill our orders within this timeframe.

 

Q: Do these seat rails have a warranty?

A: Yes! They come with a 1 year (12 month) Limited warranty, please see below for the warranty information.

 

 

Other information:

 

Safety standards

Products designed to satisfy safety standards.

Seat rails*1 that have passed strength tests conducted by public organizations and specialized facilities are compliant with safety standards.
Safety Standards of the Road Transport Vehicle Act: With reference to the applicable items indicated in Article 22, we attach a test report certifying that the standards have been met, and a safety standard compliance label*2 is affixed to the test report and product itself.
If the test report or safety standard compliance label requires replacement, we can reissue these documents for a fee of $25 via email. We recommend you keep the test report with your vehicle documents and attach the safety standard compliance label in a location that is readily visible on the outside of the seat rail.

*1 Strength tests are conducted with seats made by Recaro Automotive Seating and Bride Co., Ltd. Seats other than those are not compliant with safety standards.
Please note that motor vehicle inspectors and examiners may highlight factors that can lead to failure of vehicle inspections, such as interference between the seat and the car’s interior, or a hip point that differs significantly from the vehicle’s original design.

*2 A serial number confirming that the seat rail mounted in the vehicle has cleared the strength test indicated in the test report (compliance) is printed on the safety standard compliance label.

 

Bottom mount seat

Compatible Auto Makers and Compatible Seats

*1 Spacer set required.
*2 Conversion adapter required.
*3 HL Type not available.
*4 At the time of lock is released, the slide lever interferes with the plastic parts on the seat bottom. Please use it by bending the slide lever so that it does not interfere. A spacer set is also required for seats that do not have an electric function depending on the model.
*5 The SR-S and SR-C (IS24 Recaro seats) will be 10 to 20 mm (0.4 to 0.8 inches) higher than the drop values listed in the matching list.

 

Side mount seat

Compatible Auto Makers and Compatible Seats

*1 Spacer set required
*2 Conversion adapter required
*3 HL Type not available.
*4 At the time of lock is released, the slide lever interferes with the plastic parts on the seat bottom. Please use it by bending the slide lever so that it does not interfere. A spacer set is also required for seats that do not have an electric function depending on the model.
*5 The SR-S and SR-C (IS24 Recaro seats) will be 10 to 20 mm (0.4 to 0.8 inches) higher than the drop values listed in the matching list.

 

 

Warranty

One year warranty against manufacturing defects but specific terms depend on where the product was purchased. Warranties generally do not cover damage resulting from incorrect fitment, collision, or misuse. 

Key Warranty Information

• Duration: Warranties are valid for a period of one year (12 months) from the date of purchase.
• Coverage: The warranty usually covers defects in materials and workmanship under normal use.
• Exclusions:
• Damage caused by improper installation or incorrect fitment is generally not covered.
• Damage resulting from accidents or collisions is excluded.
• The warranty makes no representation as to the product's ability to protect the user from injury or death, as motorsports activities carry inherent risks.
• International Purchases: For products shipped internationally, the manufacturer's warranty may not be valid, and local service options might not be available, depending on the destination country's regulations. 

 

To Claim a Warranty

• Contact the Seller/Dealer: You must contact the specific retailer or dealer from whom you purchased the seat rails to initiate a warranty claim.
• Proof of Purchase: You will need your original proof of purchase (receipt or invoice) to validate the claim.