4 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - SEATS
Posted on: 1999-07-21
Description
This is not a safety recall in accordance with the safety act. However, it is deemed a safety improvement campaign by the agency. Vehicle description: minivans equipped with front bucket seats. The front seat recliner mechanism lower bolts can loosen. A loose bolt could fatigue and break, resulting in the seat back falling rearward.
Consequence
The seat could suddenly fall backward, distracting the driver, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will tighten or replace the bolts at no charge to the owners. This policy is in effect until june 30, 2002.
Notes
Gm has decided to conduct a special policy to tighten or replace the front seat recliner mechanism lower bolts. Owners can contact chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020, pontiac at 1-800-762-2737, or oldsmobile at 1-800-442-6537.
DEFECT #2 - STRUCTURE
Posted on: 1997-04-17
Description
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles and mini vans originally sold or currently registered in the following states: connecticut, illinois, indiana, maine, massachusetts, michigan, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont and wisconsin. The rear cradle bolts pull through the retainers due to corrosion of the retainer. If both bolts pull through, the rear cradle would not longer be supported at these mounting locations and the steering intermediate shaft can separate from the steering gear.
Consequence
If this were to occur while the vehicle was in motion, a vehicle crash could result.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the rear cradle bolts and retainers.
Notes
Owner notification is expected to begin during may 1997.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, oldsmobile at 1-800-442-6537, or pontiac at 1-800-762-2737.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
DEFECT #3 - SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE
Posted on: 1991-03-28
Description
A right hand seat/shoulder belt retractor may have been installed in the second row left hand seat position (directly behind driver).
Consequence
The incorrect retractor may cause the belts to lock upif the van is parked on a steep grade. As a result of this, the occupant couldnot extend the belt for use.
Corrective Action
Replace shoulder belt assembly.
Notes
System: safety belt assembly; fmvss 209.vehicle description: passenger vans with grey interiors.
DEFECT #4 - SEATS
Posted on: 1989-10-16
Description
The rear modular seat frame hold-down hooks may not meet the required pull force at the rear set anchorage.
Consequence
Vehicles would not conform to fmvss 207.
Corrective Action
Replace rear hold down hooks and pivot rivets with heat treated hardware.
Notes
System: rear seat anchorage / fmvss 207vehicle description: multipurpose passenger vehicle.