Recall 97V-057
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recalled the 1996 to 1997 Chevrolet Astro and 1 other model: Seat belts (rear/other).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 97V-057
- Reported
- April 8, 1997
- Vehicles affected
- 18,972 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
The outboard safety belt webbing on the right-hand rear bucket seat can separate during a vehicle crash.
The risk
In the event of a crash, the vehicle occupant would not be properly restrained and personal injury could result.
The fix
Dealers will install a protector on the rear seat cushion frame.
Notes from the manufacturer
Owner notification:owner notification is expected to being late-april 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 chevrolet at 1-[removed] or GMC at 1-[removed].also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-[removed].
Affected vehicles
- Chevrolet Astro 1996 to 1997
- GMC Safari 1996 to 1997