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1996-1998 Chevrolet Astro and GMC Safari recall: child seat

General Motors Corp. reported this safety recall on January 20, 1999. It covers about 2,090 vehicles.

vehicles affected
2,090
reported
Jan 20, 1999
owners notified
Jan 21, 1999

Child seat

What is wrong
Vehicle description: mini vans equipped with integrated dual child seats. Some of these vehicles may be missing a seat belt retractor clutch spring and/or pawl spring in the child seat. If the clutch spring was missing, the seat belt would lock in the retracted position and could not be used. If the pawl spring was missing, the seat belt restraint would continually play out and would not lock.
Risk
These conditions could increase the occupant's risk of injury in the event of a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the seat belts on the child seats, and if necessary, replace the child seat.

Recall number 99V009000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 99V009000

Is there a recall on the 1996-1998 Chevrolet Astro and GMC Safari child seat?

Yes. Recall 99V009000, reported on January 20, 1999, covers about 2,090 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 99V009000?

Dealers will inspect the seat belts on the child seats, and if necessary, replace the child seat.

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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