Recall 95V-242: 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 40 vehicles.
The problem
These vehicles were built with front seat belt systems with no energy management loops and may not meet the head injury criteria requirements of FMVSS no. 208, "occupant crash protection."
The risk
In the event of a vehicle crash, the occupants of these seats may not be properly restrained.
The fix
Dealers will replace the retractor portion of the seat belt assembly(S) with one having the newly designed energy-management twin-loop system.
Notes
System: interior; seat belts; front, FMVSS no. 208.vehicle description: light duty pickup trucks, with extended cabs, and equipped with 6.5l naturally aspirated diesel engines and 6.5l 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
| Manufacturer | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
|---|---|
| Component | Seat Belts › Front |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 95V242000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Chevrolet C10 | 1994, 1995 | All years |
| Chevrolet C20 | 1994, 1995 | All years |
| Chevrolet C30 | 1994, 1995 | All years |
| GMC C15 | 1994, 1995 | All years |
| GMC C25 | 1994, 1995 | All years |
| GMC C35 | 1994, 1995 | All years |
| GMC Sierra | 1994, 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-242?
These vehicles were built with front seat belt systems with no energy management loops and may not meet the head injury criteria requirements of FMVSS no. 208, "occupant crash protection."
How is recall 95V-242 fixed?
Dealers will replace the retractor portion of the seat belt assembly(S) with one having the newly designed energy-management twin-loop system.
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.