Chevrolet Cheverolet SS recalled over injury risk

Recall date

July 8, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

General Motors, LLC recalls 2014–2016 Chevrolet Cheverolet SS, Caprice Police Pursuit

Recall number

16V518000

Brand / firm

Chevrolet

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 15,486 units

Why it was recalled

If the tensioner cable separates, the driver may not be properly restrained in the event of a crash, increasing their risk of injury.

What was recalled

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Chevrolet Caprice Police Pursuit vehicles manufactured May 14, 2013 through June 14, 2016, and Chevrolet SS vehicles manufactured May 15, 2013 through April 27, 2016. The driver's seat belt tensioner cable may be repeatedly bent over the seat side shield as the driver enters and exits the vehicle causing the cable to fatigue and separate.

What to do

GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the tensioner cable assembly, replacing any cable that is damaged. For vehicles that do not require a tensioner assembly replacement, a cable guide will be installed. All vehicles will receive new seat trim with a redesigned opening for the cable routing. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on November 3, 2016. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 31340.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.