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Chevrolet Malibu Year: 2004
Number Potentially Involved: 84,474
Dates of Manufacture: May 2003 – May 2004
Defect: On certain passenger vehicles, analysis of a side impact crash test conducted by NHTSA’s New Car Assessment Program (NCAP) indicated that the outboard anchorage of the driver’s seat belt could disconnect because of contact between the seat trim and the anchorage connector when the seat was adjusted to its lowest position. If this were to occur in a crash, the driver could receive greater injuries.
Remedy: Dealers will install the retainer on both the driver’s and passenger’s belt anchorages. The manufacturer has reported that owner notification is expected to begin during June 2004. Owners may contact Chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438.
Nissan Quest Year: 2004
Number Potentially Involved: 26,000
Dates of Manufacture: March – December 2003
Defect: On certain minivans equipped with power sliding doors, at an ambient temperature below approximately 40 degrees Fahrenheit, the actuator for the power sliding doors may bind due to an out-of-specification condition. In order to open, close or reverse a power sliding door, the shift selector lever must be in “Park.” If the actuator is experiencing binding and the driver shifts the vehicle out of “Park” while a power sliding door is still closing, the door latches may not engage. This can result in the door coming open unexpectedly upon rapid acceleration and an occupant could fall out of the door and be injured.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the actuator for the power sliding doors. The manufacturer has reported that owner notification is expected to begin during May 2004. Owners may contact Nissan at 1-800-647-7261.
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