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NHTSA Recall 92V003000: Seat belts

GENERAL MOTORS CORP. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 347,866 vehicles. It affects 6 models including the Buick Regal.

347,866
vehicles potentially affected
6
models affected
1992
owners notified (January 31)
NHTSA campaign92V003000
ComponentSEAT BELTS
Report receivedJanuary 10, 1992
Owner notificationJanuary 31, 1992
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

The front door shoulder belt guide loops may be cracked and are not in compliance with FMVSS 208.

Safety risk

The seat occupant faces increased risk of injury in theevent of a sudden stop or accident.

Remedy

Install reinforcing plates on the cracked shoulder belt guides.

Notes

System: safety belts; FMVSS 208.description of vehicles: passenger vehicles; 1991 GM "j" and "w" model cars.

Vehicles covered by recall 92V003000

Make and modelModel years
Buick Regal1991
Chevrolet Cavalier1991
Chevrolet Lumina1991
Oldsmobile Cutlass1991
Pontiac Grand Prix1991
Pontiac Sunbird1991

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.