1997 CHEVROLET C30 Recall
- 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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