NHTSA Recall # | 56591 |
NHTSA Compaign # | 04V407000 |
MFG Compaign # | 04069 |
Manufacturer | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Supplier | CHEVROLET |
Brand | CHEVROLET |
Model | AVEO |
Model Year | 2004 |
Component | SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER |
Date of notification | 11/10/04 |
Begin date of manufacuring | 01/09/03 |
End date of manufacturing | 31/07/04 |
Type of recall | V |
Recall initiator | MFR |
Report received | 17/08/04 |
Report created | 19/08/04 |
Regulation part number | |
FMV safety standard number | |
Estimated number of affected units | 32301 |
Defect summary | On certain passenger vehicles, the rear safety belt can become twisted. |
Consequence summary | If this occurs the safety belt retractor may lock in position so that the belt cannot be used. In the event of a vehicle crash, personal injury to the seat occupant could occur. |
Corrective action | Dealers will install a safety belt webbing guide to prevent the belt from twisting. The recall began on october 15, 2004. Owners should contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438. Vehicle owners located in guam should contact gm customer assistance at 1-671-648-8453. |
Recall notes | Gm recall no. 04069. Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236). |