Buick Recall 20V-537: Seats – critical fasteners

Affected: 2020 Buick Encore, 2021 Chevrolet Trailblazer. Filed with NHTSA on September 3, 2020, covering about 105 vehicles.

The problem

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Buick Encore GX and 2021 Chevrolet Trailblazer vehicles. The rear attachment bolts of one or both front seats may not have been installed.

The risk

If an occupied front seat is missing the rear attachment bolts, it may move during a crash, increasing risk of injury to the occupant.

The fix

GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect seat attachments for both front seats and install attachment bolts as needed, free of charge. The recall began October 1, 2020. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-630-2438 or Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300. GM's number for this recall is A202304380.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign20V-537 (20V537000)
Manufacturer numberA202304380
ManufacturerGeneral Motors, LLC
ComponentSeats › Critical fasteners
Report dateSeptember 3, 2020
Owners notifiedOctober 1, 2020
Vehicles affected105
Initiated byManufacturer

Vehicles covered

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 20V-537 repair free?

Yes. Buick dealers will fix the problem at no cost: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect seat attachments for both front seats and install attachment bolts as needed, free of charge. The recall began October 1, 2020.

How do I know if my car is included?

Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 105 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.