Recall 93V-163: 1993 Chevrolet C30, 1993 Chevrolet K30 and 3 more
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recall for seats, reported to NHTSA on Sep 27, 1993, covering about 303 vehicles.
The problem
The rear bench seat does not meet the load requirements of FMVSS 207, "seating systems," because the manual latch mechanism on the folding full bench rear seat was attached to the back frame lower cross tube with domed head steel rivets instead of the bolts specified.
The fix
The rivets must be replaced with the correct bolts.
Notes
System: interior systems: seat tracks and anchors; rear seat; FMVSS 207.vehicle description: light-duty trucks; 1-ton crew cab pickup trucks equippedwith am7 folding rear bench seat.consequence of defects: in an accident, the seat would become detachedcausing injuries to the seat occupants or other occupants in the truck.note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed uponservice date and the remedy is not provided within a reasonable time and freeof charge or the remedy does not correct the defect or noncompliance, pleasecontact the chevrolet service center at 1-800-222-1020 or gmc truck servicecenter at 1-313-456-4547. Also, contact the national highway traffic safetyadministration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
|---|---|
| Component | Seats › Mid/Rear Assembly |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 93V163000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Chevrolet C30 | 1993 | All years |
| Chevrolet K30 | 1993 | All years |
| GMC C35 | 1993 | All years |
| GMC K35 | 1993 | All years |
| GMC Sierra | 1993 | All 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 93V-163?
The rear bench seat does not meet the load requirements of FMVSS 207, "seating systems," because the manual latch mechanism on the folding full bench rear seat was attached to the back frame lower cross tube with domed head steel rivets instead of the bolts specified.
How is recall 93V-163 fixed?
The rivets must be replaced with the correct bolts.
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.