Chevrolet Recall 20V-638: Seat belts – front

Affected: 2014–2016 Chevrolet Caprice Police Pursuit, 2014–2016 Chevrolet Cheverolet. Filed with NHTSA on October 15, 2020, covering about 1,788 vehicles.

The problem

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Chevrolet SS and Caprice Police Pursuit Vehicles (PPV) that were previously repaired under NHTSA recall number 16V-518. The repair may not have been performed properly. The driver's seat belt tensioner cable may be repeatedly bent over the seat side shield as the driver enters and exits the vehicle causing the cable to fatigue and separate.

The risk

If the tensioner cable separates, the driver may not be properly restrained in the event of a crash, increasing their risk of injury.

The fix

GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles to determine whether the new seat trim was installed and replace the trim as necessary. Dealers will also inspect and replace the pretensioner cable assembly, as necessary. Repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began November 17, 2020. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N202312100

Recall details

NHTSA campaign20V-638 (20V638000)
Manufacturer numberN202312100
ManufacturerGeneral Motors, LLC
ComponentSeat belts › Front
Report dateOctober 15, 2020
Owners notifiedNovember 17, 2020
Vehicles affected1,788
Initiated byManufacturer

Vehicles covered

Owner complaints about the seat belts

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 20V-638 repair free?

Yes. Chevrolet dealers will fix the problem at no cost: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles to determine whether the new seat trim was installed and replace the trim as necessary. Dealers will also inspect and replace the pretensioner cable assembly, as necessary.

How do I know if my car is included?

Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 1,788 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.