The problem
Certain vans fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 209, "seat belt assemblies." these vehicles May have been produced with seat belt buckle assemblies containing a latch with a brittle condition that May not withstand the force requirements of the standard.
The risk
The safety belt May not restrain the occupant as intended during a crash, which could result in injury to the occupant.
The fix
Dealers will replace the safety belt buckle. The recall beagn May 7, 2004. Owners should contact Chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438 or GMC at 1-866-996-9463.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 04V-189 (04V189000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 04025 |
| Manufacturer | General Motors, LLC |
| Component | Seat belts › Front › Buckle assembly |
| Report date | April 19, 2004 |
| Owners notified | May 7, 2004 |
| Vehicles affected | 331 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the seat belts
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 04V-189 repair free?
Yes. Chevrolet dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the safety belt buckle. The recall beagn May 7, 2004. Owners should contact Chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438 or GMC at 1-866-996-9463.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 331 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.