Recall 05V-061: 2005 Chevrolet Uplander, 2005 Pontiac Montana and 1 more
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recall for seats, reported to NHTSA on Feb 18, 2005, covering about 18,850 vehicles.
The problem
On certain minivans, the outboard release handle on the impact-side second-row bucket seat may be actuated and the rear latches may unlatch early in a side impact crash. This was discovered in a side impact test run by GM, under conditions similar to NHTSA's new car assessment program (Ncap) side impact test.
The risk
If the rear latches of the seat release early in a severe side impact, the front outboard latch may disengage and increase the potential for injury to the occupant of the seat.
The fix
Dealers will remove the seat latch release handle and install a black plastic cap over the exposed metal stud to eliminate the side impact safety concern free of charge. The recall began on april 5, 2005. Owners may contact saturn at 1-800-972-8876, chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, and pontiac at 1-800-620-7668.
Notes
Gm recall no. 05015.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
|---|---|
| Component | Seats › Mid/Rear Assembly |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 05V061000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Chevrolet Uplander | 2005 | All years |
| Pontiac Montana | 2005 | All years |
| Saturn Relay | 2005 | All 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 05V-061?
On certain minivans, the outboard release handle on the impact-side second-row bucket seat may be actuated and the rear latches may unlatch early in a side impact crash. This was discovered in a side impact test run by GM, under conditions similar to NHTSA's new car assessment program (Ncap) side impact test.
How is recall 05V-061 fixed?
Dealers will remove the seat latch release handle and install a black plastic cap over the exposed metal stud to eliminate the side impact safety concern free of charge. The recall began on april 5, 2005. Owners may contact saturn at 1-800-972-8876, 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.