Recall 99V-045: 1994–1995 Saturn SC, 1994–1995 Saturn SC1 and 2 more

GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recall for seats, reported to NHTSA on Mar 12, 1999, covering about 138,691 vehicles.

NHTSA number
99V-045
Report date
Mar 12, 1999
Vehicles affected
138,691
Owners notified
Mar 13, 1999

The problem

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. Some front seat back recliner gear teeth may wear excessively through repeated use, and could cause the seat back to slip partially rearward when force is applied.

The risk

If this happens while the vehicle is being driven, it could cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will replace the front seat recliner mechanisms.

Notes

Owner notification began march 13, 1999. 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 saturn at 1-800-553-6000, prompt 3.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Recall details

ManufacturerGENERAL MOTORS CORP.
ComponentSeats
Recall started byNHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation)
NHTSA campaign number99V045000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Saturn SC1994, 1995All years
Saturn SC11994, 1995All years
Saturn SL1994, 1995All years
Saturn SW1994, 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 99V-045?

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. Some front seat back recliner gear teeth may wear excessively through repeated use, and could cause the seat back to slip partially rearward when force is applied.

How is recall 99V-045 fixed?

Dealers will replace the front seat recliner mechanisms.

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.