NHTSA Recall 04V188000: Anchorage (seat belts)
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 84,474 vehicles. It affects 2004 Chevrolet Malibu.
| NHTSA campaign | 04V188000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 04027 |
| Component | SEAT BELTS › FRONT › ANCHORAGE |
| Report received | April 16, 2004 |
| Owner notification | May 7, 2004 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain passenger vehicles, analysis of an a side impact crash test conducted by the NHTSA;s new car assessment program (ncap) indicated that the outboard anchorage of the driver's seat belt could disconnect because of contact between the seat trim and the anchorage connector when the seat was adjusted to its lowest position.
Safety risk
If this occurred in a crash, the driver could receive greater injuries.
Remedy
Dealers will insert a retainer on both the driver's and passenger's belt anchorages. Owner notification began on june 16, 2004. Owners should contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438.
Notes
GM recall no. 04027.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 04V188000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Chevrolet Malibu | 2004 |
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.