The problem
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 2015-2016 Chevrolet Tahoe, and 2014-2015 GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles that may have received an incorrect replacement tensioner cable assembly as part of a previous recall remedy or a subsequent repair. The flexible steel cable connecting the driver's seat belt to the outboard side of the seat 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
A broken pretensioner cable reduces the effectiveness of the driver's seat belt, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix
GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver seat belt lap pretensioner, free of charge. The recall began on May 5, 2021. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, and GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N212330040.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 21V-245 (21V245000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | N212330040 |
| Manufacturer | General Motors, LLC |
| Component | Seat belts › Front |
| Report date | April 8, 2021 |
| Owners notified | May 5, 2021 |
| Vehicles affected | 2,568 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA investigation |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the seat belts
- 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 seat belt problems 49
- 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 seat belt problems 22
- 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 seat belt problems 11
- 2015 Chevrolet Tahoe seat belt problems 15
- 2016 Chevrolet Tahoe seat belt problems 4
- 2014 GMC Sierra 1500 seat belt problems 19
- 2015 GMC Sierra 1500 seat belt problems 16
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 21V-245 repair free?
Yes. Chevrolet dealers will fix the problem at no cost: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver seat belt lap pretensioner, free of charge. The recall began on May 5, 2021. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, and GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 2,568 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.