The problem
The front seat belt buckle anchor straps were not properly heat treated. In the event of an accident, the seat belt buckle can separate from the anchor strap. This does not conform to the requirements of fmvss no. 209, "Seat belt assemblies."
The risk
If the seat belt buckle separates from the anchor strapin a sudden stop or accident, the seat occupant is exposed to increased risk ofpersonal injury.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the buckle assembly anchor straps and replace those with suspect date codes "52733d 032" or "52733d 042".
Contacts
System: interior system; active restraints; belt buckles; fmvss 209.Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.Note: if the vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed uponservice date and the remedy is not provided free of charge within a reasonabletime or the remedy does not correct the noncompliance, please contactgeo/chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020. Also, contact the national highway trafficsafety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
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 Geo dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 94E021002.
- 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.