Vehicle recall 90V105000 · May 14, 1990

Chevrolet Camaro and Pontiac Firebird

Plastic components of seat belt buckle assemblies do not contain an ultra violet stabilizer, and exposure to direct sunlight and elevated interior temperatures could weaken the…

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

Summary: Plastic components of seat belt buckle assemblies do not contain an ultra violet stabilizer, and exposure to direct sunlight and elevated interior temperatures could weaken the plastic components.
Consequence: This could result in breakage of plastic components whichcould prevent buckle from latching and protecting occupant in a sudden stop oraccident.
Remedy: Replace or repair seat belt buckle.
Notes: System: seat belt buckle.vehicle description: passenger cars.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign: 90V105000
Reported to NHTSA: May 14, 1990
Filed by: GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Owner notification: March 7, 1991
Vehicles potentially affected: 1,500,000
Initiated by: NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation
Components: Seat belts › Front › Buckle assembly

Recall 90V105000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

Vehicles covered

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Chevrolet Camaro (1984-1990): 1990, 1989, 1988, 1987, 1986, 1985, 1984
Pontiac Firebird (1984-1990): 1990, 1989, 1988, 1987, 1986, 1985, 1984

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