Gm/seat belt buckle/latch
Defect Summary
On certain vans with a gross vehicle weight of less than 8,500 pounds, during a vehicle crash sufficient enough to deploy the safety belt pretensioner, the front safety belt buckles may not release after the vehicle crash, or alternately may eject the safety belt latch during the vehicle crash.
Safety Consequence
This could result in increased risk of personal injury.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the front driver and passenger side safety belt buckle. owner notification began june 3, 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 chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020 or gmc at 1-800-462-8782.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from General Motors, Llc or involving Seat Belts.
FAQ: Recall 03V050000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 03V050000?
NHTSA recall 03V050000 was issued by General Motors, Llc on February 14, 2003. It addresses: Gm/seat belt buckle/latch. The recall affects approximately 18,327 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 03V050000 or the manufacturer campaign number 03007. 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.