Recall 94V-015: 1994 Chevrolet Lumina APV, 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette and 1 more
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recall for seat belts, reported to NHTSA on Jan 21, 1994, covering about 22,862 vehicles.
The problem
The third row safety belt retractors may be installed incorrectly and may lock-up when the vehicle is on slopes of less than 15 degrees, which does not comply with FMVSS no. 209, "seat belt assemblies."
The risk
Consequence of non-compliance: passengers seated in these positon maybe unable to extract and fasten their seat belts until the vehicle is moved to a more level surface. Unbelted occupants are more at risk of injury in the event of a collision than those using safety belts.
The fix
Dealers will remove third row safety belt retractors and reinstall them properly.
Notes
System: interior systems; active restraints; belt retractors.vehicle description: passenger vans. Note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided within a reasonable time and free of charge or the remedy does not correct the defect or noncompliance, please contact chevrolet service center at 1-800-222-1020, oldsmobile service center at 1-800-442-6537, or pontiac service center at 1-800-762-2737. Also, contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
|---|---|
| Component | Seat Belts › Front › Retractor |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 94V015000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Chevrolet Lumina APV | 1994 | All years |
| Oldsmobile Silhouette | 1994 | All years |
| Pontiac Trans Sport | 1994 | 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 94V-015?
The third row safety belt retractors may be installed incorrectly and may lock-up when the vehicle is on slopes of less than 15 degrees, which does not comply with FMVSS no. 209, "seat belt assemblies."
How is recall 94V-015 fixed?
Dealers will remove third row safety belt retractors and reinstall them properly.
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.