Recall 78V-083: 1978 GMC ZE06083 Transmode, 1978 GMC ZE06583 Transmode

GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recall for seat belts, reported to NHTSA on Apr 14, 1978, covering about 28 vehicles.

NHTSA number
78V-083
Report date
Apr 14, 1978
Vehicles affected
28
Owners notified
Apr 20, 1978

The problem

The involved vehicles do not conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 209, "seat belt assemblies" in that the right hand seat belt retractors used at both the driver and front passenger seat positions may have been misassembled. As a result, they may not lock.

The fix

Dealer will replace the driver and front passenger seat belt assemblies at no charge.

Notes

Vehicle description: motorhomes.system: interior; seat belt retractor.consequences of defect: if the retractors do not lock, passengers would not beproperly restrained in the event of a collision, and the chances of passengerinjury would be increased.

Recall details

ManufacturerGENERAL MOTORS CORP.
ComponentSeat Belts › Front › Retractor
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number78V083000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
GMC ZE06083 Transmode1978All years
GMC ZE06583 Transmode1978All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 78V-083?

The involved vehicles do not conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 209, "seat belt assemblies" in that the right hand seat belt retractors used at both the driver and front passenger seat positions may have been misassembled. As a result, they may not lock.

How is recall 78V-083 fixed?

Dealer will replace the driver and front passenger seat belt assemblies at no charge.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.