Chevrolet · United States · High
Chevrolet Caprice: Seat belts
Affects Chevrolet Caprice · 2008–2013 — about 47K vehicles.
The hazard
If the cable breaks, the seat occupant may not be properly restrained in the event of a crash, increasing their risk of injury.
What to do
GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the seat belt tensioner assembly which includes the steel cable, free of charge. These replacement parts reposition the tensioner cable out of the path of entry into the vehicle and uses a more flexible cable, set at a more upright angle. The recall began on July 5, 2016. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Pontiac customer service at 1-800-762-2737. GM's number for this recall is 15206.
Critical — crash/injury risk now
High — injury risk; see remedy
Moderate — fix at next service
Low — minor / informational