The problem
General motors (GM) is recalling certain model year 2012 Chevrolet colorado and GMC canyon vehicles, manufactured from September 9, 2011, through October 19, 2011, for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 208, "occupant crash protection." these vehicles May have been produced with driver safety belt buckle electrical connector terminals that do not fit snugly with the connector pins, causing the connection to be intermittent.
The risk
The loose connections May cause the driver to not receive a visual or audible warning that the driver seat belt is not fastened, thereby increasing the risk of personal injury in the event of a crash.
The fix
GM will notify owners and dealers will replace the seat belt buckle electrical connector terminals free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or before December 7, 2011. Owners May contact Chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438 and GMC at 1-866-996-9463.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 11V-552 (11V552000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 11322 |
| Manufacturer | General Motors, LLC |
| Component | Seat belts › Front |
| Report date | November 17, 2011 |
| Owners notified | December 7, 2011 |
| Vehicles affected | 5,593 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the seat belts
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 11V-552 repair free?
Yes. Chevrolet dealers will fix the problem at no cost: GM will notify owners and dealers will replace the seat belt buckle electrical connector terminals free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or before December 7, 2011. Owners May contact Chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438 and 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 5,593 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.