NHTSA Recall 92V124000: Recliner (seats)
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 319,181 vehicles. It affects 5 models including the Buick Century.
| NHTSA campaign | 92V124000 |
|---|---|
| Component | SEATS › FRONT ASSEMBLY › RECLINER |
| Report received | September 1, 1992 |
| Owner notification | September 24, 1992 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
The power seat or recliner wiring harness can be pinched or can chafe on the seat frame or spring support rod, wearing through the wire insulation and causing an electrical short.
Safety risk
The high current caused by the electrical short welds thecircuit breaker elements together in the closed position, leaving the circuitunprotected and generating sufficient heat to burn the wire insulation andignite the seat cushion material.
Remedy
Repair any abraded wiring and reroute the wiring harness using a wiring harness clip.
Notes
System: interior: seating.vehicle description: passenger cars with 6 way power seats or power recliners.
Vehicles covered by recall 92V124000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Buick Century | 1990, 1991 |
| Chevrolet Celebrity | 1990 |
| Oldsmobile Ciera | 1990 |
| Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1991 |
| Pontiac 6000 | 1990, 1991 |
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.