Recall 98V-145: 1997–1998 Chevrolet Venture, 1997–1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recall for seats, reported to NHTSA on Jun 26, 1998, covering about 125,990 vehicles.
The problem
Vehicle description: passenger mini vans equipped with bucket seats or a split bench seat in the second (Middle) or third (Back) row. The seat latch mechanisms on bucket seats and on the 40% portion of the split bench seat in the second and third rows do not have protective covers.
The risk
When activating the release mechanism to roll a bucket seat forward, a customer's finger(S) could be severely injured or severed in they are not kept clear of the mechanism.
The fix
Dealers will install protective covers on the outboard latch mechanisms on all left and right hand rear bucket seats in the second and third row, and to both inboard and outboard latch mechanisms on the center rear bucket seat and the 40% portion of the split bench seat.
Notes
Owner notification began during august 1998.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 1-800-222-1022 or oldsmobile at 1-800-442-6537. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4326).
Recall details
| Manufacturer | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
|---|---|
| Component | Seats › Front Assembly › Recliner |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 98V145000 |
Vehicles in this recall
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 98V-145?
Vehicle description: passenger mini vans equipped with bucket seats or a split bench seat in the second (Middle) or third (Back) row. The seat latch mechanisms on bucket seats and on the 40% portion of the split bench seat in the second and third rows do not have protective covers.
How is recall 98V-145 fixed?
Dealers will install protective covers on the outboard latch mechanisms on all left and right hand rear bucket seats in the second and third row, and to both inboard and outboard latch mechanisms on the center rear bucket seat and the 40% portion of the split bench seat.
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.