Safety Recall NHTSA · 88V049000 Reported April 1, 1988

Interior systems:shoulder belts

General Motors, Llc · Seat Belts · 1,559 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
88V049000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Manufacturer
Component
Seat Belts
Vehicles Affected
1,559
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
April 1, 1988

Defect Summary

The front shoulder belt guide loop attached to the upper rear corner of the door may interfere with the garnish molding.

Safety Consequence

This interference could limit the rotation of the guideloop. if this condition exists and vehicle is involved in a crash it could bepossible for the shoulder belt welding to be cut by the guide. loss of theshoulder belt function during a vehicle crash could increase the risk ofinjuries to occupants.

Corrective Action

A newly designed guide loop nut and spacer will be installed to eliminate the potential for interference conditions.

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 88V049000 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 88V049000

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

What is recall 88V049000?

NHTSA recall 88V049000 was issued by General Motors, Llc on April 1, 1988. It addresses: Interior systems:shoulder belts. The recall affects approximately 1,559 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 88V049000 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.