NHTSA Recall 18V230000: Seat belts: rear/other
General Motors LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 8,738 vehicles. It affects 2018 Buick Regal.
| NHTSA campaign | 18V230000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 18117 |
| Component | SEAT BELTS › REAR/OTHER |
| Report received | April 12, 2018 |
| Owner notification | May 14, 2018 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018 Buick Regal vehicles. During the manufacturing process, the rear seat belts may have been improperly routed around the bolster bracket on the rear outboard seats, which can cause inadequate restraint of the passengers.
Safety risk
If the seat belt fails to adequately restrain the passengers in a crash, it can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear outboard seat belts, correcting the routing of the seat belts as necessary, free of charge. The recall began May 14, 2018. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300. GM's number for this recall is 18117.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 18V230000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Buick Regal | 2018 |
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.