Recall 14V318000: 2005–2011 Saab 9-3
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Jun 12, 2014
- Vehicles affected
- 28,789
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
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.
The risk
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.
The fix
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.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Affected vehicles
- 2005 Saab 9-3
- 2006 Saab 9-3
- 2007 Saab 9-3
- 2008 Saab 9-3
- 2009 Saab 9-3
- 2010 Saab 9-3
- 2011 Saab 9-3
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 14V318000
- Manufacturer campaign
- 14222, 15027
- Manufacturer
- General Motors LLC
- Owner letters
- Oct 6, 2015
- Components
- Seat belts:front:retractor (Seats & Seat Belts)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology