NHTSA recall 97V-036 (97V036000)

seats recall reported March 11, 1997 - about 20,959 vehicles affected.

NHTSA campaign number: 97V036000
Also written as: 97V-036
Reported: March 11, 1997
Vehicles affected: ~20,959
Component: seats

What is being recalled

THESE VEHICLES WERE ASSEMBLED WITH CENTER REAR SEAT BELT ANCHOR BOLTS NOT PROPERLY INSTALLED. THIS DOES NOT MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 210, "SEAT BELT ASSEMBLY ANCHORAGES."

Why it is dangerous

IN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE CRASH, THE SEAT BELT SYSTEM WOULD NOT WITHSTAND THE REQUIRED LOAD AND INJURY TO THE SEAT OCCUPANT COULD OCCUR.

The fix (free at any franchised dealer)

DEALERS WILL TIGHTEN THE CENTER REAR SEAT BELT ANCHOR BOLTS TO SPECIFICATION.

Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 97V-036 when calling a dealer.

Affected 1 model

Buick Park Avenue - 1997

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