General Motors, Llc | NHTSA Recall #97V037000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 97V037000 by General Motors, Llc. Includes 624,433 affected units, GM/SEAT RECLINER MECHANISM, component: SEATS, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Vehicle description: extended cab and 2-door utility vehicles equipped with reclining seats and the easy-entry feature. these vehicles exhibit a condition in which a pinch point exists in the recliner mechanism that can trap and pinch a person's hand or finger(s) when the easy-entry feature is activated.

Corrective Action

Dealers will install a protector cover over the recliner mechanism.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 97V037000

Manufacturer: General Motors, Llc

Report Received Date: 1997-03-07T00:00:00

Subject: Gm/seat recliner mechanism

Component: Seats

Potentially Affected Units: 624,433

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Vehicle description: extended cab and 2-door utility vehicles equipped with reclining seats and the easy-entry feature. these vehicles exhibit a condition in which a pinch point exists in the recliner mechanism that can trap and pinch a person's hand or finger(s) when the easy-entry feature is activated.

Consequence Summary: This pinching can cut the hand or possibly sever the finger(s) without prior warning.

Corrective Action: Dealers will install a protector cover over the recliner mechanism.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-4xer~jsb4~hkvf

NHTSA ID: 97V037000

Position: N/A

Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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