Recall 10V-480: 2009–2010 Chevrolet Impala

GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recall for seat belts, reported to NHTSA on Oct 13, 2010, covering about 303,100 vehicles.

NHTSA number
10V-480
Report date
Oct 13, 2010
Vehicles affected
303,100
Owners notified
Nov 5, 2010

The problem

Gm is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 chevrolet impalas for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 210, "seat belt assembly anchorages." the front safety belt webbing may not have been properly secured to the lap belt anchor pretensioner mounted to the side of the seat nearest the door.

The risk

The safety belt may not restrain the occupant as intended during a crash, which could result in injury to the occupant.

The fix

Dealers will inspect both front safety belts for proper installation of the anchors to the pretensioners and, if necessary, reinstall the anchors. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on november 5, 2010. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438 or at the owner center at www.gmownercenter.com.

Notes

Gm safety recall no. 10312.owners 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 <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .

Recall details

ManufacturerGENERAL MOTORS CORP.
ComponentSeat Belts › Front › Anchorage
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number10V480000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Chevrolet Impala2009, 2010All 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 10V-480?

Gm is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 chevrolet impalas for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 210, "seat belt assembly anchorages." the front safety belt webbing may not have been properly secured to the lap belt anchor pretensioner mounted to the side of the seat nearest the door.

How is recall 10V-480 fixed?

Dealers will inspect both front safety belts for proper installation of the anchors to the pretensioners and, if necessary, reinstall the anchors. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on november 5, 2010. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438 or at the owner center at www.gmownercenter.com.

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.