NHTSA Recall 04V189000: Buckle assembly (seat belts)
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 331 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Chevrolet Express.
| NHTSA campaign | 04V189000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 04025 |
| Component | SEAT BELTS › FRONT › BUCKLE ASSEMBLY |
| Report received | April 19, 2004 |
| Owner notification | May 7, 2004 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Certain vans fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 209, "seat belt assemblies." these vehicles may have been produced with seat belt buckle assemblies containing a latch with a brittle condition that may not withstand the force requirements of the standard.
Safety risk
The safety belt may not restrain the occupant as intended during a crash, which could result in injury to the occupant.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the safety belt buckle. The recall beagn may 7, 2004. Owners should contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438 or GMC at 1-866-996-9463.
Notes
GM recall no. 04025.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 04V189000
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.