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Recall 97V176000: Seat Mount Inspection


Vehicle Description: Light duty pickup trucks. One or two of the front seat mounting bolts were not installed. This does not comply with the requirements of FMVSS No. 207, "Seating Systems." In the event of a vehicle crash, a seat with this condition will not protect the occupant as required by the standard. Dealers will check all seat mounting bolts and install any missing bolts. Owner notification is expected to begin during October 1997. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact Chevrolet at1-800-222-1020 or GMC at 1-800-462-8782. Also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Auto Safety Hotline at 1-800-424-9393.

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