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Chevrolet G-20 Recall 91V040: Seats

NHTSA campaign 91V040, reported March 11, 1991, 25,807 vehicles potentially affected.

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The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 91V040GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Component
SEATS
Problem
SEAT BACK OF THE REAR BENCH SEAT MAY BREAK AWAY FROM THE SEAT CUSHION IN AN ACCIDENT.
Risk
SEAT OCCUPANT WOULD BE SUBJECT TO GREATER INJURY; VEHICLEWOULD NOT COMPLY WITH FMVSS 207.
Remedy
INSTALL REINFORCEMENT THAT RUNS FROM SIDE OF SEAT BACK FRAME ASSEMBLY TO SEAT CUSHION FRAME ASSEMBLY, STRENGTHENING THE SEAT BACK.
Notes
SYSTEM: SEAT BACK; FMVSS 207.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: VANS.

Affected vehicles

Chevrolet G-20198919901991
Chevrolet G10198919901991
Chevrolet G30198919901991
GMC G15198919901991
GMC G25198919901991
GMC G35198919901991