Recall 10V375 covers 207,210 2009-2010 Enclave, Acadia, Outlook, and Traverse vehicles for second-row seat-belt buckle interference. Repair is free at any franchised Buick dealer.
Buick is recalling 207,210 2009-2010 Enclave, Acadia, Outlook, and Traverse vehicles because second-row seat trim can interfere with the safety belt buckle after the seat is folded flat. If the buckle cover slides and exposes the release button, the belt can fail to restrain the occupant in a crash; the dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The second row safety belt buckle on the 2009-2010 Enclave, Acadia, Outlook, and Traverse is the receiver that the belt tongue clicks into. Its red release button is supposed to stay covered and protected while the seat is folded flat, raised again, and used by a passenger. The nearby side trim shield is supposed to give the buckle enough room to rotate upward as the seat back returns to its normal seating position.
On affected vehicles, that trim shield blocks part of the buckle's upward movement. The buckle can hit the seat frame as the seat back is raised. When extra force is used to return the seat to position, the buckle cover can slide down the strap. That exposes the red release button and can press it partway down.
There is no warning sign before failure. The issue shows up during seat movement: the second row seat needs extra force to return to a seating position, or the buckle cover no longer sits where it should.
Who's affected?
Covers Enclave, Acadia, Outlook, and Traverse across the 2009 and 2010 model years, all involving the same seat belt component.
| 2009 Buick Enclave | seat belt |
|---|---|
| 2009 GMC Acadia | seat belt |
| 2009 Saturn Outlook | seat belt |
| 2009 Chevrolet Traverse | seat belt |
| 2010 Saturn Outlook | seat belt |
| 2010 Buick Enclave | seat belt |
| 2010 Chevrolet Traverse | seat belt |
| 2010 GMC Acadia | seat belt |
| Units affected | 207,210 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific crossover is included.
What's the safety risk?
In a crash, the second-row safety belt can fail to restrain the occupant as intended, increasing injury risk for that seat occupant. There is no listed warning sign, so confirm your VIN and arrange service promptly if included. Repair will be free at any franchised Buick dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2009-2010 Enclave, Acadia, Outlook, or Traverse is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Buick dealer and ask whether the second-row seat belt trim repair is open for your VIN.
- Schedule the free trim-shield modification that keeps the second-row safety belt buckle from being pushed into the seat frame.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it. If not, reference recall number 10V375 when you call.
- Inspect the second-row buckle before using that seat, and avoid using the seat if the red release button is exposed or partly depressed.
What happens at the repair
The dealer repair is defined as a modification to the second row seat side trim shields. A Buick technician changes the trim so the safety belt buckle can rotate upward when the seatback is returned after being folded flat. If the buckle is damaged, the dealer replaces the safety belt buckle free of charge. The final dealer repair will be free once available, with parts and labor covered under the recall.
Timeline
| August 12, 2010 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| August 18, 2010 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 10V375?
Recall 10V375 covers 207,210 2009-2010 Buick Enclave, Acadia, Outlook, and Traverse vehicles with second-row seat side trim shields that can interfere with the safety belt buckle after the seat is folded and returned upright. The dealer repair modifies the trim shields for free.
What should I do if my 2009-2010 Buick Enclave, Acadia, Outlook, or Traverse is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 10V375. If it is, contact a franchised Buick dealer and ask for the second-row seat side trim shield modification. Reference recall number 10V375 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Buick dealers will modify the second-row seat side trim shields for free. If the safety belt buckle is damaged, the dealer will replace it free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety belt buckle can be damaged or left with the red release button partly depressed after the second-row seat is returned upright. In a crash, the belt can fail to restrain the occupant as intended, increasing injury risk to that seat occupant.
What if I bought this vehicle used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the VIN, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific 2009-2010 vehicle is included, then contact a franchised Buick dealer and reference recall number 10V375.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/10V375000 |
|---|---|
| Buick customer service | 1-800-630-2438 |
| NHTSA recall # | 10V375 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 10V375000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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