Recall 10V-623: 2011 Cadillac SRX, 2011 Chevrolet Equinox and 1 more

GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recall for seat belts, reported to NHTSA on Dec 15, 2010, covering about 97,843 vehicles.

NHTSA number
10V-623
Report date
Dec 15, 2010
Vehicles affected
97,843
Owners notified
Jan 18, 2011

The problem

General motors is recalling certain model year 2011 cadillac srx, chevrolet equinox and gmc terrain vehicles. The driver and /or front passenger safety belt buckle anchor may fracture and separate near the seat attachment in a vehicle crash.

The risk

The safety belt system may not restrain the occupant(S) as designed and could increase the risk of injury.

The fix

Dealers will modify the passenger and/or the driver safety belt buckles as necessary. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or before january 18, 2011. Owners may contact cadillac at 1-866-982-2339, chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, gmc at 1-866-996-9463 and at the owner center at www.gmownercenter.com.

Notes

Gm safety recall no. 100370.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 › Buckle Assembly
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number10V623000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Cadillac SRX2011All years
Chevrolet Equinox2011All years
GMC Terrain2011All 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-623?

General motors is recalling certain model year 2011 cadillac srx, chevrolet equinox and gmc terrain vehicles. The driver and /or front passenger safety belt buckle anchor may fracture and separate near the seat attachment in a vehicle crash.

How is recall 10V-623 fixed?

Dealers will modify the passenger and/or the driver safety belt buckles as necessary. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or before january 18, 2011. Owners may contact cadillac at 1-866-982-2339, chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, gmc at 1-866-996-9463 and 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.