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1997 Pontiac Bonneville recall: seats

General Motors Corp. reported this safety recall on October 8, 1996. It covers about 47 vehicles.

vehicles affected
47
reported
Oct 8, 1996
owners notified
Oct 9, 1996
related complaints
3

Seats

What is wrong
The seat cover trim material does not meet the flammability requirements of fmvss no. 302, "flammability of interior materials."
Risk
If an ignition source were present, a vehicle interior fire can occur.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the covers on the front seat backs, rear seat cushion and rear seat back assemblies.

Recall number 96V196000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 3 complaints about seats problems.

1997 Pontiac Bonneville

Questions about recall 96V196000

Is there a recall on the 1997 Pontiac Bonneville seats?

Yes. Recall 96V196000, reported on October 8, 1996, covers about 47 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 96V196000?

Dealers will replace the covers on the front seat backs, rear seat cushion and rear seat back assemblies.

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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