The problem
Vehicle description: light duty pickup trucks. One or two of the front seat mounting bolts were not installed. This does not comply with the requirements of FMVSS no. 207, "seating systems."
The risk
In the event of a vehicle crash, a seat with this condition will not protect the occupant as required by the standard.
The fix
Dealers will check all seat mounting bolts and install any missing bolts.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 97V-176 (97V176000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | General Motors, LLC |
| Component | Seats |
| Report date | October 7, 1997 |
| Owners notified | October 15, 1997 |
| Vehicles affected | 6,418 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the seats
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 97V-176 repair free?
Yes. Chevrolet dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will check all seat mounting bolts and install any missing bolts.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 6,418 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.