Large Recall NHTSA · 98V306000 Reported December 1, 1998

Gm/seat belt anchor plate

General Motors, Llc · Seat Belts · 111,470 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
98V306000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Manufacturer
Component
Seat Belts
Vehicles Affected
111,470
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
December 1, 1998

Defect Summary

The center rear seat belt anchor plate exhibits stress cracks.

Safety Consequence

In the event of a vehicle crash, the seat belt system can fracture, increasing the risk of injury to the seat occupant.

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the center rear seat belt system.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized General Motors, Llc dealer and reference recall ID 98V306000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 98V306000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 98V306000?

NHTSA recall 98V306000 was issued by General Motors, Llc on December 1, 1998. It addresses: Gm/seat belt anchor plate. The recall affects approximately 111,470 vehicles, with the defect involving the Seat Belts component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized General Motors, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 98V306000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.