Recall 95V-241: 1994–1995 Chevrolet C10, 1994–1995 Chevrolet C20 and 5 more

GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recall for seat belts, reported to NHTSA on Dec 13, 1995, covering about 630,099 vehicles.

NHTSA number
95V-241
Report date
Dec 13, 1995
Vehicles affected
630,099
Owners notified
Mar 14, 1996

The problem

If both the lap-belt and shoulder-belt energy management loops on the front seat belt assemblies release at or near the same time, acceleration forces can cause the buckle release mechanism to activate and allow the buckle to separate from the latch.

The risk

If the buckle released, the system would fail to provide adequate occupant restraint protection.

The fix

Dealers will remove the stitching that creates the energy management loop in the shoulder belt(S).

Notes

System: interior; seat belts; front.vehicle description: light duty pickup trucks, extended cab, equipped withgas engines or 6.5l h.o. Turbo diesel engines.note: owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020 or gmc at 1-800-462-8782. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.

Recall details

ManufacturerGENERAL MOTORS CORP.
ComponentSeat Belts › Front
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number95V241000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Chevrolet C101994, 1995All years
Chevrolet C201994, 1995All years
Chevrolet C301994, 1995All years
GMC C151994, 1995All years
GMC C251994, 1995All years
GMC C351994, 1995All years
GMC Sierra1994, 1995All 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-241?

If both the lap-belt and shoulder-belt energy management loops on the front seat belt assemblies release at or near the same time, acceleration forces can cause the buckle release mechanism to activate and allow the buckle to separate from the latch.

How is recall 95V-241 fixed?

Dealers will remove the stitching that creates the energy management loop in the shoulder belt(S).

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.