The problem
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles, hearse, and limousines. Some of these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of FMVSS no. 209, "seat belt assemblies." these vehicles have seat belts that May not meet the 30-pound push button release effort requirement of the standard.
The risk
High release efforts could make it more difficult for a crash victim to release the belt and exit the vehicle.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the seat belts and, if necessary, modify the latch plates or replace the retractor. Dealers will also add "snap on" latch clips to eliminate the potential of inverted latch plate insertion. Owner notification is being conducted in phases. The first phase began May 29, 2001, and the second phase began July 6, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact Cadillac at 1-800-458-8006.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 00V-347 (00V347000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 00095 |
| Manufacturer | General Motors, LLC |
| Component | Seat belts › Front › Buckle assembly |
| Report date | October 30, 2000 |
| Owners notified | May 29, 2001 |
| Vehicles affected | 116,682 |
| Initiated by | OVSC |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the seat belts
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 00V-347 repair free?
Yes. Cadillac dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will inspect the seat belts and, if necessary, modify the latch plates or replace the retractor. Dealers will also add "snap on" latch clips to eliminate the potential of inverted latch plate insertion. Owner notification is being conducted in phases.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 116,682 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.