NHTSA Recall 98V306000: Anchorage (seat belts)
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 111,470 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the Buick Regal.
| NHTSA campaign | 98V306000 |
|---|---|
| Component | SEAT BELTS › FRONT › ANCHORAGE |
| Report received | December 1, 1998 |
| Owner notification | December 18, 1998 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
The center rear seat belt anchor plate exhibits stress cracks.
Safety risk
In the event of a vehicle crash, the seat belt system can fracture, increasing the risk of injury to the seat occupant.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the center rear seat belt system.
Notes
Owner notification began during december 1998. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact buick at 1-800-521-7300, chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020, pontiac at 1-800-762-2737, or oldsmobile at 1-800-442-6537.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 98V306000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Buick Regal | 1995 |
| Chevrolet Lumina | 1995 |
| Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1995 |
| Pontiac Grand Prix | 1995 |
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.