The problem
Vehicle description: light duty pickup trucks. The seat belts fail to conform to the requirements of FMVSS no. 209, "seat belt assemblies."
The risk
The seat belts May not restrain an occupant properly in the event of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace both the front driver and passenger seat belts with new seat belts.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 00V-097 (00V097000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 00045 |
| Manufacturer | General Motors, LLC |
| Component | Seat belts › Front › Anchorage |
| Report date | March 28, 2000 |
| Owners notified | September 19, 2000 |
| Vehicles affected | 500,000 |
| Initiated by | OVSC |
Vehicles covered
Plus 1 other model/year combinations not covered on this site.
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 00V-097 repair free?
Yes. Chevrolet dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace both the front driver and passenger seat belts with new seat belts.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 500,000 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.