Recall 97V-036: 1997 Buick Park Avenue

GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recall for seats, reported to NHTSA on Mar 11, 1997, covering about 20,959 vehicles.

NHTSA number
97V-036
Report date
Mar 11, 1997
Vehicles affected
20,959
Owners notified
Mar 26, 1997

The problem

These vehicles were assembled with center rear seat belt anchor bolts not properly installed. This does not meet the requirements of FMVSS no. 210, "seat belt assembly anchorages."

The risk

In the event of a vehicle crash, the seat belt system would not withstand the required load and injury to the seat occupant could occur.

The fix

Dealers will tighten the center rear seat belt anchor bolts to specification.

Notes

Owner notification:owner notification is expected to begin during march 1997.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 buick at 1-800-521-7300.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.

Recall details

ManufacturerGENERAL MOTORS CORP.
ComponentSeats › Mid/Rear Assembly
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number97V036000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Buick Park Avenue1997All 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 97V-036?

These vehicles were assembled with center rear seat belt anchor bolts not properly installed. This does not meet the requirements of FMVSS no. 210, "seat belt assembly anchorages."

How is recall 97V-036 fixed?

Dealers will tighten the center rear seat belt anchor bolts to specification.

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.