Reported Aug 23, 19963,472 vehicles affectedGENERAL MOTORS CORP.Built May 1, 1996 – Jul 31, 1996
The defect
The front passenger seats have less lock pawl engagement on the inboard fore/aft adjuster than specified. this does not comply with federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 207, "seating systems."
The risk
This condition could result in seat movement with a belted occupant during a moderate to severe frontal impact.
The remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the passenger seat inboard fore/aft adjuster.
Owner notification: owner notification IS expected to begin during august 1996. Note:owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreedupon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time, should contact saturn at 1-800-553-6000.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.