Gm/fmvss 209/seat belt assembly
Defect Summary
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles, hearse, and limousines. some of these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of fmvss no. 209, "seat belt assemblies." these vehicles have seat belts that may not meet the 30-pound push button release effort requirement of the standard.
Safety Consequence
High release efforts could make it more difficult for a crash victim to release the belt and exit the vehicle.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect the seat belts and, if necessary, modify the latch plates or replace the retractor. dealers will also add "snap on" latch clips to eliminate the potential of inverted latch plate insertion. owner notification is being conducted in phases. the first phase began may 29, 2001, and the second phase began july 6, 2001. 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 cadillac at 1-800-458-8006.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from General Motors, Llc or involving Seat Belts.
FAQ: Recall 00V347000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 00V347000?
NHTSA recall 00V347000 was issued by General Motors, Llc on October 30, 2000. It addresses: Gm/fmvss 209/seat belt assembly. The recall affects approximately 116,682 vehicles, with the defect involving the Seat Belts component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized General Motors, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 00V347000 or the manufacturer campaign number 00095. 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.