Chevrolet, Pontiac Frame And Members Recall 95V141000 (16 Vehicles)

The problem

Some welds were omitted from the body lock pillar, or "b" pillar. This does not comply with fmvss no.208, "Occupant crash protection."

The risk

Consequence of non-compliance: if a vehicle crash should occur, occupant protection levels could be reduced.

The fix

All vehicles in this recall campaign have been repurchased and replaced with a comparable vehicle.

Contacts

System: structure; frame; members and body; fmvss no.208. Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. Note: all vehicles have been repurchased. No other owners will be contacted.

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, Pontiac dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 95V141000.
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
1995 Chevrolet Cavalier	0	9	F
1995 Pontiac Sunfire	123	7	D

Vehicle

Complaints

Recalls

Grade

1995 Chevrolet Cavalier

1995 Pontiac Sunfire

123

Questions

Is the 95V141000 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 95V141000?

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 95V141000 announced?

GENERAL MOTORS CORP. reported it to NHTSA on July 26, 1995. Owners are usually notified by mail within about two months.

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