Seats Buick, Chevrolet, Oldsmobile recall

The problem

Vehicles do not comply to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 207, "Anchorage of seats". The lock bar in the front seat adjuster assemblies may not engage properly and the ability of the seat adjuster to maintain the seat in a latched position during an accident may be reduced.

The fix

Both front seat adjuster assemblies will be replaced at no charge to owner.

Contacts

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.System: interior; front seat adjuster assembly.Consequences of defect: in the event of an accident, the risk of injury topassengers will be increased.

What to do

1. Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
2. Call a dealer. Any authorized Buick, Chevrolet, Oldsmobile dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 79V073000.
3. Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
4. Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.