K 1500 Truck 4WD V8-4.8L VIN V (1999)
Seat Belt Retractor: Customer Interest
Front Seat Belt - Bunching
File In Section: 10 - Body
Bulletin No.: 86-16-20
Date: March, 1999
Subject:
Front Seat Belt Bunching
(Replace Seat Belt Retractor Assembly)
Models:
1999 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra Models
Condition
Some owners of the above early production vehicles may comment about the front seat belt bunching at the seat belt bezel (on the seat belt tower) while
moving from side-to-side. The condition may occur when the seat belt is buckled or unbuckled and may occur on the driver or passenger front 40% seats.
The seat belts are not affected while the occupant is in the face forward riding position.
Cause
The condition may be caused by the seat belt bezel not allowing full movement of the seat belt.
Correction
A new seat belt retractor has been developed to correct the condition. Install a new seat belt retractor on affected vehicles. Refer to the 1999 Silverado
and Sierra Service Information for seat belt retractor assembly replacement procedures. Use the appropriate part number listed below.
Parts Information
Parts are currently available from GMSPO.
Warranty Information
For vehicles repaired under warranty, use:
Labor
Description
Labor
Operation
Time
Belt, Safety Front
C9040
(Retractor Side) - R&R or
1.0 hr*
Replace (Right)
Belt, Safety Front