Rear outboard seat belts may not restrain properly
Defect Summary
General motors llc (gm) is recalling certain 2018 buick regal vehicles. during the manufacturing process, the rear seat belts may have been improperly routed around the bolster bracket on the rear outboard seats, which can cause inadequate restraint of the passengers.
Safety Consequence
If the seat belt fails to adequately restrain the passengers in a crash, it can increase the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Gm will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear outboard seat belts, correcting the routing of the seat belts as necessary, free of charge. the recall began may 14, 2018. owners may contact buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300. gm's number for this recall is 18117.
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FAQ: Recall 18V230000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 18V230000?
NHTSA recall 18V230000 was issued by General Motors, Llc on April 12, 2018. It addresses: Rear outboard seat belts may not restrain properly. The recall affects approximately 8,738 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 18V230000 or the manufacturer campaign number 18117. 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.