Recall 95V-027: 1995 Chevrolet C6, 1995 Chevrolet C7 and 4 more
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recall for seats, reported to NHTSA on Feb 16, 1995, covering about 1,720 vehicles.
The problem
The seats of these vehicles can have incomplete welded left side seat back frame extender arm welds. Vehicles with affected seats do not comply with FMVSS no. 207, "seating systems."
The risk
Cosequence of non-compliance: this condition can cause the seat to collapse during a vehicle accident and would not properly protect the occupant.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the left side seat back extender arms of the seats for missing welds. Welds should be on both sides of the seat back extender arm. If a weld is missing, the affected seat back frame assembly(Ies) will be replaced.
Notes
System: interior; seats; bucket.vehicle description: medium duty pickup trucks equipped with national seating company air suspension driver and passenger low and high back bucket seats. Note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided free of charge within a reasonable time, contact chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020 or gmc at 1-810-456-4547. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
|---|---|
| Component | Seats |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 95V027000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Chevrolet C6 | 1995 | All years |
| Chevrolet C7 | 1995 | All years |
| Chevrolet Topkick | 1995 | All years |
| GMC C6 | 1995 | All years |
| GMC C7 | 1995 | All years |
| GMC Kodiak | 1995 | 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 95V-027?
The seats of these vehicles can have incomplete welded left side seat back frame extender arm welds. Vehicles with affected seats do not comply with FMVSS no. 207, "seating systems."
How is recall 95V-027 fixed?
Dealers will inspect the left side seat back extender arms of the seats for missing welds. Welds should be on both sides of the seat back extender arm. If a weld is missing, the affected seat back frame assembly(Ies) will be replaced.
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.