Recall 04V-300: 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier, 2004 Pontiac Sunfire

GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recall for seat belts, reported to NHTSA on Jun 23, 2004, covering about 37 vehicles.

NHTSA number
04V-300
Report date
Jun 23, 2004
Vehicles affected
37
Owners notified
Aug 23, 2004

The problem

Certain passenger vehicles fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 210, 'seat belt assembly anchorages.' the passenger-side rear safety belt may have been installed with an incorrect nut and bolt.

The risk

In a severe crash, the upper seat belt anchorage may separate. The effectiveness of the seat belt could then be reduced and the occupant could receive greater injuries.

The fix

Dealers are to inspect the safety belt anchorage and install a new nut and bolt, if necessary. The recall began on august 23, 2004. Owners should contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438 and pontiac at 1-800-620-7668.

Notes

Gm recall no. 04056. Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Recall details

ManufacturerGENERAL MOTORS CORP.
ComponentSeat Belts › Rear/Other
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number04V300000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Chevrolet Cavalier2004All years
Pontiac Sunfire2004All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 04V-300?

Certain passenger vehicles fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 210, 'seat belt assembly anchorages.' the passenger-side rear safety belt may have been installed with an incorrect nut and bolt.

How is recall 04V-300 fixed?

Dealers are to inspect the safety belt anchorage and install a new nut and bolt, if necessary. The recall began on august 23, 2004. Owners should contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438 and pontiac at 1-800-620-7668.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.