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2009-2010 Chevrolet Impala recall: anchorage

General Motors Corp. reported this safety recall on October 13, 2010. It covers about 303,100 vehicles.

vehicles affected
303,100
reported
Oct 13, 2010
owners notified
Nov 5, 2010
related complaints
37

Seat belts: front: anchorage

What is wrong
Gm is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 chevrolet impalas for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 210, "seat belt assembly anchorages." the front safety belt webbing may not have been properly secured to the lap belt anchor pretensioner mounted to the side of the seat nearest the door.
Risk
The safety belt may not restrain the occupant as intended during a crash, which could result in injury to the occupant.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect both front safety belts for proper installation of the anchors to the pretensioners and, if necessary, reinstall the anchors. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on november 5, 2010. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1‑800‑630‑2438 or at the owner center at www.gmownercenter.com.

Recall number 10V480000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 37 complaints about seat belts problems.

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Questions about recall 10V480000

Is there a recall on the 2009-2010 Chevrolet Impala anchorage?

Yes. Recall 10V480000, reported on October 13, 2010, covers about 303,100 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 10V480000?

Dealers will inspect both front safety belts for proper installation of the anchors to the pretensioners and, if necessary, reinstall the anchors. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on november 5, 2010. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1‑800‑630‑2438 or at the owner center at www.gmownercenter.com.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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