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Recall 08V-615

GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recalled the 2009 Buick Enclave and 3 other models: Seat belts (rear/other, buckle assembly).

At a glance

Campaign number
08V-615
Reported
November 24, 2008
Vehicles affected
16,667 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

What is wrong

GM is recalling 16,667 my 2009 buick enclave, chevrolet traverse, GMC acadia, and saturn outlook vehicles for failing to conform with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 209, 'seat belt assemblies.' these vehicles may have been built with a safety belt buckle in the second or third row that is missing a rivet.

The risk

In a vehicle crash, if the rivet is missing, the buckle may separate from the mounting strap, increasing the risk of injury to the passenger.

The fix

Dealers will inspect the safety belt buckles in the second and third rows, and replace them if necessary. The recall began on november 26, 2008. Owners may contact buick at 1-[removed]; chevrolet at 1-[removed]; GMC at 1-[removed]; saturn at 1-[removed]; or through their website at <a href=[link removed] .

Notes from the manufacturer

GM recall no. 08387.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-[removed] (tty 1-[removed]), or go to <a href=[link removed] .

Affected vehicles