The problem
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The seat belts in these vehicles incorporate an energy management loop. This loop is inadequate to absorb the necessary forces that can be exerted on it. Therefore, the vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of FMVSS no. 208, "occupant crash protection."
The risk
In the event of a vehicle crash, the energy management loop will not absorb enough energy, and injury to the seat occupant can occur.
The fix
Dealers will replace the driver and passenger side seat belt retractor assemblies.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 97V-104 (97V104000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | General Motors, LLC |
| Component | Seat belts › Front › Anchorage |
| Report date | June 28, 1997 |
| Owners notified | July 15, 1997 |
| Vehicles affected | 4,369 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the seat belts
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 97V-104 repair free?
Yes. Chevrolet dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the driver and passenger side seat belt retractor assemblies.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 4,369 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.