NHTSA Recall 03V050000: Buckle assembly (seat belts)
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 18,327 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Chevrolet Express.
| NHTSA campaign | 03V050000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 03007 |
| Component | SEAT BELTS › FRONT › BUCKLE ASSEMBLY |
| Report received | February 14, 2003 |
| Owner notification | June 3, 2003 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain vans with a gross vehicle weight of less than 8,500 pounds, during a vehicle crash sufficient enough to deploy the safety belt pretensioner, the front safety belt buckles may not release after the vehicle crash, or alternately may eject the safety belt latch during the vehicle crash.
Safety risk
This could result in increased risk of personal injury.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the front driver and passenger side safety belt buckle. Owner notification began june 3, 2003. 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.
Notes
GM recall no. 03007. Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 03V050000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.