Buick, Chevrolet, Oldsmobile Seats Recall 93V035000 (5,574 Vehicles)

The problem

The driver and passenger front seat manual reclining mechanisms do not comply with the requirements of fmvss 207, "seating systems." The seat back mechanisms will not latch under certain conditions.

The risk

The seats may recline without prior warning, resultingin a hazard to seat occupants and possible loss of vehicle control.

The fix

Replace the manual seat recliner mechanism with a mechanism that complies with fmvss 207.

Contacts

System: front seat manual recliner mechanisms; fmvss 207.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, Chevrolet, Oldsmobile dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 93V035000.
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
1993 Buick Regal	88	2	F
1993 Chevrolet Lumina	0	3	B
1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass	0	5	C
1993 Pontiac Grand Prix	135	2	C

Vehicle

Complaints

Recalls

Grade

1993 Buick Regal

1993 Chevrolet Lumina

1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass

1993 Pontiac Grand Prix

135

Questions

Is the 93V035000 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 93V035000?

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 93V035000 announced?

GENERAL MOTORS CORP. reported it to NHTSA on March 9, 1993. Owners are usually notified by mail within about two months.

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