Seats Chevrolet, GMC recall

GENERAL MOTORS CORP. reported this recall to NHTSA on March 11, 1991. It covers about 25,807 vehicles across 18 model years listed below. The repair is free.

Check my VIN at NHTSA Affected vehicles

Campaign: 91V040000
Reported: Mar 11, 1991
Vehicles: 25,807
Area: Seats & seat belts

The problem

Seat back of the rear bench seat may break away from the seat cushion in an accident.

The risk

Seat occupant would be subject to greater injury; vehiclewould not comply with fmvss 207.

The fix

Install reinforcement that runs from side of seat back frame assembly to seat cushion frame assembly, strengthening the seat back.

Contacts

System: seat back; fmvss 207.Vehicle description: vans.

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 Chevrolet, GMC dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 91V040000.
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.

Vehicles covered

Vehicle	Recalls	Grade
1989 Chevrolet G10	3	D
1990 Chevrolet G10	3	D
1991 Chevrolet G10	3	D
1989 Chevrolet G20	3	C
1990 Chevrolet G20	3	C
1991 Chevrolet G20	4	D
1989 Chevrolet G30	3	C
1990 Chevrolet G30	3	C
1991 Chevrolet G30	3	C
1989 GMC G15	2	D
1990 GMC G15	2	D
1991 GMC G15	2	D
1989 GMC G25	2	C
1990 GMC G25	2	C
1991 GMC G25	2	C
1989 GMC G35	1	B
1990 GMC G35	2	C
1991 GMC G35	1	B

Questions

Is the 91V040000 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 91V040000?

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 91V040000 announced?

GENERAL MOTORS CORP. reported it to NHTSA on March 11, 1991. Owners are usually notified by mail within about two months.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked daily. Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data

Owners helping owners

Know before you drive.

Every experience you share - good or bad - shows on that vehicle's page and helps the next owner and buyer. Two minutes, anonymous.

Share your experience