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NHTSA recall 96V142000

Seat Belts · General Motors, LLC

July 31, 1996report date
97,351units affected
Vehicle recalltype
Details

What's wrong: These vehicles exhibit a condition in which a rear seat belt buckle release button can stick in the unlatched (down) position under certain conditions because the buckle assembly can move inside the seat belt cover. If the cover moves far enough, it can create an interference condition with the latch release button. When it does, the seat belt buckle cannot be latched.

Why it matters: The rear belts may not hold an occupant in the event of a vehicle accident increasing the risk of pesonal injury.

The fix: Dealers will replace the three rear-seat belt buckles (one assembly) with a new, revised design.

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All model years NHTSA lists

1991 Chevrolet Blazer, 1991 Gmc Jimmy, 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada.

Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 96V142000.

Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.