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Recall 90V-170: 1989–1990 Chevrolet C1500, 1989–1990 Chevrolet C2500 and 10 more

GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recall for seat belts, reported to NHTSA on Sep 17, 1990, covering about 194,243 vehicles.

NHTSA number
90V-170
Report date
Sep 17, 1990
Vehicles affected
194,243
Owners notified
Oct 24, 1990

The problem

Trucks can contain incorrect instructions on how to properly adjust rear seat lap-shoulder belts as required by FMVSS 209.

The risk

Incorrectly adjusted seat belt would not properlyrestrain occupant in an accident of sudden stop; trucks would not comply withfmvss 209.

The fix

Provide owner's manual insert containing the correct rear lap-shoulder belt instructions.

Notes

System: rear seat belt; FMVSS 209.vehicle description: light-duty trucks with extended cabs.

Recall details

ManufacturerGENERAL MOTORS CORP.
ComponentSeat Belts › Front › Anchorage
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number90V170000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Chevrolet C15001989, 1990All years
Chevrolet C25001989, 1990All years
Chevrolet C35001989, 1990All years
Chevrolet K15001989, 1990All years
Chevrolet K25001989, 1990All years
Chevrolet K35001989, 1990All years
GMC C15001989, 1990All years
GMC C25001989, 1990All years
GMC C35001989, 1990All years
GMC K15001989, 1990All years
GMC K25001989, 1990All years
GMC K35001989, 1990All 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 90V-170?

Trucks can contain incorrect instructions on how to properly adjust rear seat lap-shoulder belts as required by FMVSS 209.

How is recall 90V-170 fixed?

Provide owner's manual insert containing the correct rear lap-shoulder belt instructions.

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.