NHTSA Complaint #534993 — 1997 PONTIAC GRAND AM
SEATS issue reported to NHTSA
1 Injury
Complaint Details
| ODI Number | 534993 |
| Vehicle | 1997 PONTIAC GRAND AM |
| Component | SEATS |
| Date of Incident | |
| Date Filed | |
| Mileage | N/A miles |
| Crash | No |
| Fire | No |
| Injuries | 1 |
| Deaths | 0 |
| Vehicle Towed | No |
| State | CA |
Consumer Description
SEAT TRACK FAILED RESULTING IN MOVEMENT IN SEAT CAUSING INJURIES, SEAT BELTS FAILED TO RESTAIN.
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