Buick, Cadillac Retractor Recall 90V028000 (10K Vehicles)

The problem

Misaligned rear seat safety belt shoulder retractor assemblies could cause pendulum interference, causing the belt to remain in locked position or to travel freely without locking.

The risk

In the event of a panic stop or accident, if the belt retractor inertia lock does not engage, the rear seat occupant would have an increased likelihood of injury.

The fix

REALIGN REAR SHOULDER BELT RETRACTOR ASSEMBLY.

Contacts

System: rear seat shoulder safety belt retractor. Vehicle description: passenger cars.

What to do

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.
Call a dealer. Any authorized Buick, Cadillac dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 90V028000.
Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.

Vehicle	Complaints	Recalls	Grade
1990 Buick Riviera	17	5	F
1990 Cadillac Eldorado	25	4	F
1990 Cadillac Seville	19	3	C

Vehicle

Complaints

Recalls

Grade

1990 Buick Riviera

1990 Cadillac Eldorado

1990 Cadillac Seville

Questions

Is the 90V028000 recall repair free?

Yes. Federal law requires the manufacturer to fix safety recalls free of charge. GENERAL MOTORS CORP.'s dealers do the work; the remedy is described above.

How do I know if my vehicle is part of recall 90V028000?

Not every vehicle of a listed model year is included. Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or call a dealer with your VIN.

When was recall 90V028000 announced?

GENERAL MOTORS CORP. reported it to NHTSA on February 12, 1990. Owners are usually notified by mail within about two months.

Seat belts: retractor Buick, Cadillac recall