NHTSA recall 88V049000
Seat belts › Front › Webbing
Pontiac Grand Prix
Reported Apr 1, 19881,559 vehicles affectedGENERAL MOTORS CORP.Built Aug 1, 1987 – Nov 1, 1987
The defect
The front shoulder belt guide loop attached to the upper rear corner of the door may interfere with the garnish molding.
The risk
This interference could limit the rotation of the guideloop. if this condition exists and vehicle IS involved in a crash it could bepossible for the shoulder belt welding to be cut by the guide. loss of theshoulder belt function during a vehicle crash could increase the risk ofinjuries to occupants.
The remedy
A newly designed guide loop nut and spacer will be installed to eliminate the potential for interference conditions.