The problem
Vehicle description: certain sport utility vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of FMVSS no. 210, "seat belt assembly anchorages." some vehicles were produced with rear outer seat belt shoulder guide anchor bolts that were incorrectly installed.
The risk
If these bolts were incorrectly installed, they would not withstand the load requirements of the standard. If an anchorage failed in a crash, the occupant would not be properly restrained and could have an increased risk of injury.
The fix
Dealers will replace the rear shoulder guide anchor bolts. Owner notification began December 19, 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 Saturn at 1-800-553-6000.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 01V-386 (01V386000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 01076 |
| Manufacturer | General Motors, LLC |
| Component | Seat belts › Front › Anchorage |
| Report date | December 18, 2001 |
| Owners notified | December 19, 2001 |
| Vehicles affected | 327 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the seat belts
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 01V-386 repair free?
Yes. Saturn dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the rear shoulder guide anchor bolts. Owner notification began December 19, 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…
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 327 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.