1997 CHEVROLET C20 Recalls (2)

Campaign:

97V037000 on 03/23/1997

Component:

Seats

Manufactured:

02/29/1996 - 11/29/1996

Affected:

624,433

Defect:

Vehicle description: extended cab and 2-door utility vehicles equipped with reclining seats and the easy-entry feature. these vehicles exhibit a condition in which a pinch point exists in the recliner mechanism that can trap and pinch a person's hand or finger(s) when the easy-entry feature is activated.

Consequence:

This pinching can cut the hand or possibly sever the finger(s) without prior warning.

Correction:

Dealers will install a protector cover over the recliner mechanism.

Notes:

Owner notification:owner notification is expected to begin during march 1997. note:owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020 or gmc at 1-800-462-8782.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.

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Campaign:

97V176000 on 10/20/1997

Component:

Seats

Manufactured:

07/20/1997 - 07/30/1997

Affected:

6,418

Defect:

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."

Consequence:

In the event of a vehicle crash, a seat with this condition will not protect the occupant as required by the standard.

Correction:

Dealers will check all seat mounting bolts and install any missing bolts.

Notes:

Owner notification is expected to begin during october 1997. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020 or gmc at 1-800-462-8782.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.

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