Recall 04V-189
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recalled the 2004 Chevrolet Express and 1 other model: Seat belts (front, buckle assembly).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 04V-189
- Reported
- April 19, 2004
- Vehicles affected
- 331 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Certain vans fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 209, "seat belt assemblies." these vehicles may have been produced with seat belt buckle assemblies containing a latch with a brittle condition that may not withstand the force requirements of the standard.
The risk
The safety belt may not restrain the occupant as intended during a crash, which could result in injury to the occupant.
The fix
Dealers will replace the safety belt buckle. The recall beagn may 7, 2004. Owners should contact chevrolet at 1-[removed] or GMC at 1-[removed].
Notes from the manufacturer
GM recall no. 04025.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-[removed]).
Affected vehicles
- Chevrolet Express 2004
- GMC Savana 2004