Gm/seat belt retractor
Defect Summary
Certain passenger vehicles contain driver and front passenger lap and/or shoulder belt retractors that may not remain locked up as designed during a crash in which the belt pretensioners deploy.
Safety Consequence
In such a crash, this could result in an increase in injury for that occupant.
Corrective Action
Dealers will install a retainer kit in the driver and passenger safety belt pretensioner. owner notification began january 31, 2003. 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 02V227000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 02V227000?
NHTSA recall 02V227000 was issued by General Motors, Llc on September 5, 2002. It addresses: Gm/seat belt retractor. The recall affects approximately 269,169 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 02V227000 or the manufacturer campaign number 02031. 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.