The problem
The front passenger seats have less lock pawl engagement on the inboard fore/aft adjuster than specified. This does not comply with federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 207, "seating systems."
The risk
This condition could result in seat movement with a belted occupant during a moderate to severe frontal impact.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and replace the passenger seat inboard fore/aft adjuster.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 96V-153 (96V153000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | General Motors, LLC |
| Component | Seats |
| Report date | August 23, 1996 |
| Owners notified | August 21, 1996 |
| Vehicles affected | 3,472 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the seats
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 96V-153 repair free?
Yes. Saturn dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will inspect and replace the passenger seat inboard fore/aft adjuster.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 3,472 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.