Large Recall NHTSA · 87V079000 Reported May 7, 1987

Interior systems:tracks and anchors:front seat:man

General Motors, Llc · N/A · 1,136,407 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
87V079000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Manufacturer
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
1,136,407
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
May 7, 1987

Defect Summary

The metal floor pan anchor bar could fatigue and break around the left front outer seat adjuster stud of the drivers seat, allowing the stud to separate from the floor pan anchor bar.

Safety Consequence

Drivers seat could tip rearward unexpectedly; this couldresult in loss of control and a vehicle crash without prior warning.

Corrective Action

Install a reinforcement bracket on the floor pan anchor bar at the left front outer seat adjuster position of the drivers seat.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized General Motors, Llc dealer and reference recall ID 87V079000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 87V079000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 87V079000?

NHTSA recall 87V079000 was issued by General Motors, Llc on May 7, 1987. It addresses: Interior systems:tracks and anchors:front seat:man. The recall affects approximately 1,136,407 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 87V079000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). 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.