Seat belt buckles
Defect Summary
Gm is recalling 4,003 my 2006 chevrolet express and gmc savana full-size passenger, cargo, or cutaway vans. the front and rear seat belt buckles will not latch or will not unlatch.
Safety Consequence
In the event of a crash, a seat occupant may not be properly restrained increasing the risk of personal injury.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect the buckles and, if found to be inoperative, the entire buckle assembly would be replaced. for buckles found to be operative, dealer will replace only the upper buckle cover. the recall began on april 30, 2008. owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438 or gmc at 1-866-996-9463, or through their website at http://www.gmownercenter.com. note: this campaign is an expansion of a previous recall (please see 05v558).
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FAQ: Recall 08V238000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 08V238000?
NHTSA recall 08V238000 was issued by General Motors, Llc on April 15, 2008. It addresses: Seat belt buckles. The recall affects approximately 4,003 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 08V238000 or the manufacturer campaign number 05113A. 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.