CarRecallWatch- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING; SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:POWER ADJUST
- Problem
- General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2011 Buick Regal vehicles manufactured November 3, 2009, to March 25, 2011, equipped with 8-way power adjustable front seats. The power seat wiring harness may contact the seat frame, causing the wires to chafe.
- Risk
- Chafed harness wires may cause a short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and secure the wiring harness, and repair any chafed wires as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on March 13, 2017. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300. GM's number for this recall is 30710.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
What this recall means for you
Some vehicles have an 8-way power front seat wiring harness that may rub against the seat frame. Over time, this contact can chafe the wires, which may lead to a short circuit.
A short circuit in the seat wiring can cause a fire, creating a safety risk for occupants and the vehicle. Owners should take this recall seriously and schedule the repair as soon as possible.
The repair is free at an authorized Buick dealer. Dealers will inspect and secure the wiring harness and repair any chafed wires as needed. Owners can also contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, and should check their VIN for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Buick Regal | 2011 |
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