NTSB seat belt recall
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I would think the fact that there is a recall going on, production will begin again on any necessary parts for the recall.
Isn't that what a recall is.. 'We're recalling your car as we found a problem we have to fix, post-sale. Thank you.'
To me that implies they are recalling AND fixing it. Are they going to call you in and say.. 'Yep.. your's is bad.. good luck with that friend ; P'
This reminds me of Seinfelds jokes about not getting his reserved rental car.
'Isn't that what a reservation is? You were supposed to 'RESERVE' a car for me?'
Non-refundable deposits? Huh? It's a fee, Damnit!
or old George Carlin.. 'Why do we have hot water heaters? Shouldn't they be called COLD water heaters?'
Isn't that what a recall is.. 'We're recalling your car as we found a problem we have to fix, post-sale. Thank you.'
To me that implies they are recalling AND fixing it. Are they going to call you in and say.. 'Yep.. your's is bad.. good luck with that friend ; P'
This reminds me of Seinfelds jokes about not getting his reserved rental car.
'Isn't that what a reservation is? You were supposed to 'RESERVE' a car for me?'
Non-refundable deposits? Huh? It's a fee, Damnit!
or old George Carlin.. 'Why do we have hot water heaters? Shouldn't they be called COLD water heaters?'
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LOL I totally agree with you on that!! 
I agree, but don't know what else to do? Ecklers says that production has totally ceased and they have a limited number available right now... sheesh, I'd really rather spend this money on a new fuel pump right now than seat belts that are going to sit in the garage until we get around to restoring the interior properly... *shakes fist at GM*
I agree, but don't know what else to do? Ecklers says that production has totally ceased and they have a limited number available right now... sheesh, I'd really rather spend this money on a new fuel pump right now than seat belts that are going to sit in the garage until we get around to restoring the interior properly... *shakes fist at GM*
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ORIGINAL: TopSpeed
Well, folks, I heard recently there was a NTSB recall on the seat belts for our cars, with a problem with the retractor. Our car definately has this problem, so I went down to the dealership today to talk to them. They discovered our car is most certainly eligible for this fix. But. Here's the kicker; they can only find one belt, not both, because GM has discontinued manufacturing them!! I have never heard of such a ridiculous thing before! We ain't drivin' Edsels here, are we? Argh.
Anyhoo, just wondering if anyone else has experienced this before and if anyone has any suggestions?
Well, folks, I heard recently there was a NTSB recall on the seat belts for our cars, with a problem with the retractor. Our car definately has this problem, so I went down to the dealership today to talk to them. They discovered our car is most certainly eligible for this fix. But. Here's the kicker; they can only find one belt, not both, because GM has discontinued manufacturing them!! I have never heard of such a ridiculous thing before! We ain't drivin' Edsels here, are we? Argh.
Anyhoo, just wondering if anyone else has experienced this before and if anyone has any suggestions?
http://199.79.180.163/prepos/files/A...-91V143-NN.PDF
Take a look and let me know if I am reading this right
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ORIGINAL: Superdzzz
Hey TS! I found a document (pdf format) from chevy that states that they HAVE to repair or replace this problem.
http://199.79.180.163/prepos/files/A...-91V143-NN.PDF
Take a look and let me know if I am reading this right
ORIGINAL: TopSpeed
Well, folks, I heard recently there was a NTSB recall on the seat belts for our cars, with a problem with the retractor. Our car definately has this problem, so I went down to the dealership today to talk to them. They discovered our car is most certainly eligible for this fix. But. Here's the kicker; they can only find one belt, not both, because GM has discontinued manufacturing them!! I have never heard of such a ridiculous thing before! We ain't drivin' Edsels here, are we? Argh.
Anyhoo, just wondering if anyone else has experienced this before and if anyone has any suggestions?
Well, folks, I heard recently there was a NTSB recall on the seat belts for our cars, with a problem with the retractor. Our car definately has this problem, so I went down to the dealership today to talk to them. They discovered our car is most certainly eligible for this fix. But. Here's the kicker; they can only find one belt, not both, because GM has discontinued manufacturing them!! I have never heard of such a ridiculous thing before! We ain't drivin' Edsels here, are we? Argh.
Anyhoo, just wondering if anyone else has experienced this before and if anyone has any suggestions?
http://199.79.180.163/prepos/files/A...-91V143-NN.PDF
Take a look and let me know if I am reading this right
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RE: NTSB seat belt recall
ORIGINAL: Superdzzz
Hey TS! I found a document (pdf format) from chevy that states that they HAVE to repair or replace this problem.
http://199.79.180.163/prepos/files/A...-91V143-NN.PDF
Take a look and let me know if I am reading this right
ORIGINAL: TopSpeed
Well, folks, I heard recently there was a NTSB recall on the seat belts for our cars, with a problem with the retractor. Our car definately has this problem, so I went down to the dealership today to talk to them. They discovered our car is most certainly eligible for this fix. But. Here's the kicker; they can only find one belt, not both, because GM has discontinued manufacturing them!! I have never heard of such a ridiculous thing before! We ain't drivin' Edsels here, are we? Argh.
Anyhoo, just wondering if anyone else has experienced this before and if anyone has any suggestions?
Well, folks, I heard recently there was a NTSB recall on the seat belts for our cars, with a problem with the retractor. Our car definately has this problem, so I went down to the dealership today to talk to them. They discovered our car is most certainly eligible for this fix. But. Here's the kicker; they can only find one belt, not both, because GM has discontinued manufacturing them!! I have never heard of such a ridiculous thing before! We ain't drivin' Edsels here, are we? Argh.
Anyhoo, just wondering if anyone else has experienced this before and if anyone has any suggestions?
http://199.79.180.163/prepos/files/A...-91V143-NN.PDF
Take a look and let me know if I am reading this right
Superdzzz, I think I owe you big time, bro!
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My question is about the fact that Eckler's has the the seat belts which are probably new old stock, so in that case is the problem actually fixed on these belts or are these the same design as the original, would be a shame to spend all that money on something that is the same as what you currently have. In this case it looks like GM would have to redesign the belts and make new ones.
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I'm hoping to start the calls on this issue to GM late this week, or early next week... planned on doing it sooner, but got majorly sidetracked here at work. I'll definately post results.
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UNREAL!!!! You guys are gonna love this....
Firstly, and most importantly, MANY THANKS TO Superdzzz!!!! Without that document you supplied me, this would have been MUCH more difficult.
So, this issue has me a little miffed, to say the least. It's a safety issue, there's a recall, fix the car, GM!!
I called the Customer Assistance Centre down in the States. They did a little bit of looking up, and found that the recall is in effect, and still valid for my car. They, however, needed me to talk to the Canadian arm of Customer Assistance, so they passed me through.
I got a REAL NICE lady down there on the phone... super friendly, super helpful. She did some lookin' into it, and said "Yes, your car is elligible for the recall, and I don't understand why you are having issues with your local dealership. Go to the other local dealership in your area and try again. If they won't help, call us back, and we'll talk to them directly to sort this out. I agree, this shouldn't be a problem, they will fix it."
So, anyways, the hunt continues; I will keep everyone posted. If, by chance, you go to your local dealership and they give you a hassle, call the Customer Assistance Centre for further help.
Firstly, and most importantly, MANY THANKS TO Superdzzz!!!! Without that document you supplied me, this would have been MUCH more difficult.
So, this issue has me a little miffed, to say the least. It's a safety issue, there's a recall, fix the car, GM!!
I called the Customer Assistance Centre down in the States. They did a little bit of looking up, and found that the recall is in effect, and still valid for my car. They, however, needed me to talk to the Canadian arm of Customer Assistance, so they passed me through.
I got a REAL NICE lady down there on the phone... super friendly, super helpful. She did some lookin' into it, and said "Yes, your car is elligible for the recall, and I don't understand why you are having issues with your local dealership. Go to the other local dealership in your area and try again. If they won't help, call us back, and we'll talk to them directly to sort this out. I agree, this shouldn't be a problem, they will fix it."
So, anyways, the hunt continues; I will keep everyone posted. If, by chance, you go to your local dealership and they give you a hassle, call the Customer Assistance Centre for further help.
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