Recall 14V318000
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR
Defect Description
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.
Safety Consequence
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.
Remedy
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.
Affected Vehicles
| Year | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2004 | SAAB | 9-3 |
| 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 |
Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.