The problem
Vehicle description: passsenger vehicles. These vehicles were built with suspect cold welds on the right side in the tunnel area of the floor pan. This does not comply with the requirements of FMVSS no. 210, "seat belt anchorage."
The risk
In the event of a vehicle crash, the seat occupant May not be properly restrained increasing the risk of personal injury.
The fix
Dealers will repair these vehicles.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 97V-155 (97V155000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | General Motors, LLC |
| Component | Seats |
| Report date | September 12, 1997 |
| Owners notified | September 10, 1997 |
| Vehicles affected | 5 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the seats
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 97V-155 repair free?
Yes. Saturn dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will repair these vehicles.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 5 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.