Key Takeaway
GM/REAR SEAT BELT by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. was recalled on February 28, 2000. What to do: DEALERS WILL REMOVE ANY TWISTS FROM THE REAR SHOULDER BELT(S) AND INSTALL CLIPS TO THE BELT WEB GUIDE TO PREVENT TWISTING.
GM/REAR SEAT BELT
Description
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. SOME OF THESE VEHICLES WERE BUILT WITH REAR SEAT SHOULDER BELTS THAT COULD TWIST, ALLOWING THE WEBBING TO BE JAMMED IN THE RETRACTOR. WHEN THE SHOULDER BELT WEBBING BECOMES JAMMED IN THE RETRACTOR, THE SEAT BELT BECOMES UNUSABLE.
Injuries / Consequence
THIS COULD PREVENT A PERSON FROM USING THE SEAT BELT SYSTEM, AND A RISK OF INJURY TO AN UNBELTED PERSON IN A CRASH WOULD BE INCREASED.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REMOVE ANY TWISTS FROM THE REAR SHOULDER BELT(S) AND INSTALL CLIPS TO THE BELT WEB GUIDE TO PREVENT TWISTING.
Products Affected
Vehicle
VehiclesCompany Information
GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Unknown location
View all 1183 recalls by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. →Related Recalls
STEERING WHEEL FASTENER
April 6, 2011
SOFTWARE IN THE ELECTRONIC CLIMATE CONTROL MODULE
March 7, 2011
REAR SUSPENSION TOE LINK
February 11, 2011
REAR AXLE CROSS PIN FRACTURE
January 11, 2011
REAR AXLE CROSS PIN FRACTURE
December 22, 2010
SAFETY BELT BUCKLE ANCHOR
December 16, 2010
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this recall still active?
Check the status badge at the top of this page. "Ongoing" means the recall is still active and you should follow the remedy instructions. "Completed" or "Terminated" means the recall process has concluded, though the safety issue remains relevant for any unrepaired products.
How do I check if my product is affected?
Compare the model number, lot code, serial number, or date range listed in the recall notice with the information on your product's label or packaging. For vehicles, check your VIN at NHTSA.gov/Recalls.
What remedy is available for this recall?
The listed remedy for this recall is: DEALERS WILL REMOVE ANY TWISTS FROM THE REAR SHOULDER BELT(S) AND INSTALL CLIPS TO THE BELT WEB GUIDE TO PREVENT TWISTING.
Where can I find the original recall notice?
This recall was issued by NHTSA. You can view the original notice using the link provided above.