NHTSA recall 16V517000
Electrical System, Seats · General Motors, LLC
July 7, 2016report date
42,984units affected
Vehicle recalltype
Details
What's wrong: Affects vehicles equipped with 8-way power adjustable front seats. The power seat wiring harness may contact the seat frame, causing the wires to chafe.
Why it matters: Chafed harness wires may cause a short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.
The fix: Gm will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and secure the wiring harness, and repair any chafed wires as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on March 13, 2017.
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All model years NHTSA lists
2011 Buick Regal.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 16V517000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.