The problem
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The rear shoulder belt(s) do not retract. A retainer could separate from a rear seat shoulder belt retractor which results in the retractor return spring becoming disengaged.
The risk
In a crash, an occupant May receive more severe injuries if there is excessive slack in the shoulder belt.
The fix
Dealers will inspect both rear shoulder belt retractors for correct function and install a spring cover retaining strap to each retractor. If a retractor does not function correctly, it will be replaced.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 00V-057 (00V057000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 00023 |
| Manufacturer | General Motors, LLC |
| Component | Seat belts › Front › Webbing |
| Report date | February 28, 2000 |
| Owners notified | November 15, 2000 |
| Vehicles affected | 85,253 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA investigation |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the seat belts
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 00V-057 repair free?
Yes. Buick dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will inspect both rear shoulder belt retractors for correct function and install a spring cover retaining strap to each retractor. If a retractor does not function correctly, it will be replaced.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 85,253 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.