Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
SEAT BELTS - FRONT - ANCHORAGE
95V173000GENERAL MOTORS CORP.from 04/01/1988 to 08/30/1995V (Vehicle)221632510/19/1995MFRGENERAL MOTORS CORP.09/15/199509/12/1995571210
Defect SummaryThese vehicles were assembled with rear outboard safety belt anchorages that may not withstand the required load. this does not comply with fmvss no.210, seat belt assembly anchorages.
Consequence SummaryConsequence of non-compliance: in a collison, stress can cause the attachment metal to tear and allow the anchorage to separate from the body of the vehicle. the safety belt may not protect an occupant in the event of a vehicle crash.
Corrective SummaryDealers will replace the existing anchor bolts with a new shoulder bolt and thread locking adhesive. additionally, noise control patches will be applied at each anchorage.
NotesSystem: interior; active restraints; belt anchor and attachment; fmvss no.210.vehicle description: passenger vehicles.note: owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact buick at 1-800-521-7300; chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020; pontiac at 1-800-762-2737; or oldsmobile at 1-800-442-6537. also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.

Consumer Complaints


Fail datemilesoccurencesPurchase date
SEAT BELTS - FRONT
20
 Front seat belt buckle is broken, consumer said part is missing
SEAT BELTS - FRONT - ANCHORAGE
11/01/1995
 After scheduling appointment with dealer, dealer did not have parts to fix vehicle. drove 62 miles one way for this work. please describe. tt
SEAT BELTS - FRONT - BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
 The driver's side seat belt buckle cover broke, causing belt not to latch properly. please provide further details. *ak
SEAT BELTS - FRONT - WEBBING
12/21/1995
 The vehicle was involved in a collision and neither front seatbelts restrained the occupants. please describe. tt