BUICK REGAL 2019: SEATS

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 19V762000

Make Model Year
BUICK REGAL 2019
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2020-02-20 2019-10-24 2019-10-25

Production Dates: 2019-07-03 - 2019-08-14

Manufacturers Involved: General Motors, LLC

Manufacturer Campaign Number: N192278300

Component: SEATS

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 341

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

General Motors LLC "GM" is recalling certain 2019-2020 Buick Regal vehicles. The driver or passenger front seat frames may have a lower crossbar that was improperly welded.

Consequence

Seats with improper welds may not provide adequate protection in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of an injury.

Remedy

GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the crossbar welds on the front seats. If the crossbar is improperly welded, the seat back frame will be replaced, free of charge. Interim notices informing owners of the safety risk were mailed November 26, 2019. Owners received a second notice and the recall began February 20, 2020. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300. GM's number for this recall is N192278300.

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.