1990-1996 Buick Century, Chevrolet Celebrity and others recall: anchorage

General Motors Corp. reported this safety recall on September 15, 1995. It covers about 2,216,325 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 2,216,325
reported: Sep 15, 1995
owners notified: Oct 19, 1995
related complaints: 94

Seat belts: front: anchorage

What is wrong: These vehicles were assembled with rear outboard safety belt anchorages that may not withstand the required load. This does not comply with fmvss no.210, "seat belt assembly anchorages."
Risk: Consequence of non-compliance: in a collison, stress can cause the attachment metal to tear and allow the anchorage to separate from the body of the vehicle. The safety belt may not protect an occupant in the event of a vehicle crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the existing anchor bolts with a new shoulder bolt and thread locking adhesive. Additionally, noise control patches will be applied at each anchorage.

Recall number 95V173000

Affected vehicles

Buick Century 1990-1996 1990 1991 1992 1993 1994 1995 1996
Chevrolet Celebrity 1990 1990
Oldsmobile Ciera 1990, 1994-1996 1990 1994 1995 1996
Oldsmobile Cutlass 1991-1993 1991 1992 1993
Pontiac 6000 1990-1991 1990 1991

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 94 complaints about seat belts problems.

1993 Buick Century 1994 Buick Century 1995 Buick Century 1996 Buick Century 1990 Chevrolet Celebrity 1990 Oldsmobile Ciera 1994 Oldsmobile Ciera 1995 Oldsmobile Ciera 1996 Oldsmobile Ciera 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass

Questions about recall 95V173000

Is there a recall on the 1990-1996 Buick Century, Chevrolet Celebrity and others anchorage?

Yes. Recall 95V173000, reported on September 15, 1995, covers about 2,216,325 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 95V173000?

Dealers will replace the existing anchor bolts with a new shoulder bolt and thread locking adhesive. Additionally, noise control patches will be applied at each anchorage.

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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