Recall 95V-246: 1993–1994 Chevrolet C10, 1993–1994 Chevrolet C20 and 10 more
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recall for seats, reported to NHTSA on Dec 21, 1995, covering about 675,661 vehicles.
The problem
The seat recliner to seat frame attaching bolts on these vehicle could loosen, fatigue and fracture, allowing the seat back to suddenly recline.
The risk
If this were to occur to the driver's seat, this could result in a sudden loss of vehicle control increasing the risk of a vehicle accident.
The fix
Dealers will remove all foam and/or fabric sandwiched between the recliner assembly and the seat frame, install washers between the seat recliner and the seat frame at each attachment point, and install new attaching bolts torqued to a higher specification. These corrections will be made to both the driver's and passenger's seats.
Notes
System: interior; seat track anchors and seat.vehicle description: light duty pickup extended cab trucks equipped with front high-back bucket seats or 60/40 split bench seats.note: owners who take their vehicle 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 | Seats |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 95V246000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Chevrolet C10 | 1993, 1994 | All years |
| Chevrolet C20 | 1993, 1994 | All years |
| Chevrolet C30 | 1993, 1994 | All years |
| Chevrolet K10 | 1993, 1994 | All years |
| Chevrolet K20 | 1993, 1994 | All years |
| Chevrolet K30 | 1993, 1994 | All years |
| GMC C15 | 1993, 1994 | All years |
| GMC C25 | 1993, 1994 | All years |
| GMC C35 | 1993, 1994 | All years |
| GMC K15 | 1993, 1994 | All years |
| GMC K25 | 1993, 1994 | All years |
| GMC K35 | 1993, 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 95V-246?
The seat recliner to seat frame attaching bolts on these vehicle could loosen, fatigue and fracture, allowing the seat back to suddenly recline.
How is recall 95V-246 fixed?
Dealers will remove all foam and/or fabric sandwiched between the recliner assembly and the seat frame, install washers between the seat recliner and the seat frame at each attachment point, and install new attaching bolts torqued to a higher specification. These corrections will be made to both the driver's and passenger's seats.
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.