NHTSA Complaint #546160 — 1998 CHEVROLET VENTURE

SEATS issue reported to NHTSA

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11 Injuries Vehicle Towed

Complaint Details

ODI Number	546160
Vehicle	1998 CHEVROLET VENTURE
Component	SEATS
Date Filed	June 22, 1999
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	11
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	Yes
State	PA

Consumer Description

SEAT TRACKS ARE VERY SHARP CAUSING INJURY TO CHILD WHEN HE FELL DOWN IN THE CAR AND HIT HIS KNEE ON THE TRACK, CAUSING INJURY WHICH REQUIRED 5 STICHES. NLM

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