Gm/rear seat belt
Defect Summary
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. some of these vehicles were built with rear seat shoulder belts that could twist, allowing the webbing to be jammed in the retractor. when the shoulder belt webbing becomes jammed in the retractor, the seat belt becomes unusable.
Safety Consequence
This could prevent a person from using the seat belt system, and a risk of injury to an unbelted person in a crash would be increased.
Corrective Action
Dealers will remove any twists from the rear shoulder belt(s) and install clips to the belt web guide to prevent twisting.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from General Motors, Llc or involving N/A.
FAQ: Recall 00V044000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 00V044000?
NHTSA recall 00V044000 was issued by General Motors, Llc on February 16, 2000. It addresses: Gm/rear seat belt. The recall affects approximately 135,475 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized General Motors, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 00V044000 or the manufacturer campaign number 00011. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.