Front driver's side seat belt retractor may fail
Defect Summary
General motors llc (gm) is recalling certain model year 2004-2011 saab 9-3 convertible vehicles manufactured july 30, 2003, to february 15, 2011. in the affected vehicles, the driver's side front seat belt retractor may break, causing the seat belt webbing not to retract.
Safety Consequence
In the event of a crash, a seat belt that has not retracted may not properly restrain the seat occupant, increasing their risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Gm will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's seat belt retractor, free of charge. the recall began on october 6, 2015. owners may contact saab customer service at 1-800-955-9007. gm's number for this recall is 14222. note: special coverage 10086 will replace the passenger side seat belt retractor if it fails, free of charge, for the life of the vehicle.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from General Motors, Llc or involving Seat Belts.
FAQ: Recall 14V318000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 14V318000?
NHTSA recall 14V318000 was issued by General Motors, Llc on June 12, 2014. It addresses: Front driver's side seat belt retractor may fail. The recall affects approximately 28,789 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 14V318000 or the manufacturer campaign number 14222, 15027. 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.