Recall 15V833 affects 2,633 2016 GMC Acadia, Traverse, and Enclave vehicles for incorrect third-row seat-frame welds. Repair is free at any franchised GMC dealer.
GMC recall 15V833 covers 2,633 2016 Acadia, Traverse, and Enclave vehicles with third-row left lower seat frame welds in the wrong location. In a crash, the seat can fail to perform as intended and raise injury risk for the occupant; GMC dealers will complete the repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The third row left lower seat frame is the metal support that anchors the left side of the rear seat to the vehicle body. In the 2016 Acadia, Traverse, and Enclave, that frame depends on welds placed at specific points so the seat structure stays secured when it is carrying load.
On affected vehicles, some of those welds were placed in the wrong location. A defective servo motor in a supplier's robotic welder moved the welding point out of position, so the seat frame did not receive the attachment pattern GM intended. Replacement seat assemblies were made on robotic welders without that servo defect.
There is no warning sign before failure. The problem is inside the seat frame weld location, so an owner is not expected to hear, feel, or see a clear symptom before an inspection or repair.
Who's affected?
Covers Acadia, Traverse, and Enclave models from the same model year, all tied to the seat assembly.
| 2016 GMC Acadia | seat assembly |
|---|---|
| 2016 Chevrolet Traverse | seat assembly |
| 2016 Buick Enclave | seat assembly |
| Units affected | 2,633 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching 2016 model name does not confirm inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific crossover is included.
What's the safety risk?
If your VIN is included, the third row left seat frame was built with welds in the wrong locations. In a crash, that seat can fail to perform as intended, increasing injury risk for the occupant. Schedule the inspection soon. Repair is free at any franchised GMC dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm whether your 2016 GMC Acadia, Traverse, or Enclave is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised GMC dealer to schedule the free inspection of the third-row left lower seat frame.
- Ask the dealer to replace the seat frame if the welds are in the wrong location, so the seat performs as intended in a crash.
- Bring the recall notice if GM mailed one. If not, reference recall number 15V833 when you call.
- Avoid carrying a passenger in the third-row left lower seat until the dealer confirms the frame welds pass inspection or completes the repair.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a GMC technician inspects the third row left side lower seat frame and replaces that frame if the welds are in the wrong location. The recall repair is free, including parts and labor. GMC says all covered vehicles are under warranty, so there is no separate reimbursement program for this campaign. If you already have paperwork for a related seat frame repair, ask the service desk how warranty coverage applies.
| Reimbursement | Warranty coverage applies |
|---|
Timeline
| December 9, 2015 | Dealer notification began |
|---|---|
| December 9, 2015 | Dealer notification ended |
| December 11, 2015 | NHTSA published the recall |
| January 28, 2016 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 15V833?
Recall 15V833 covers 2,633 2016 GMC Acadia, Chevrolet Traverse, and Buick Enclave vehicles with a third-row left lower seat frame that was welded in the wrong location. In a crash, the seat frame can fail to perform as intended, increasing injury risk for the occupant.
What should I do if my 2016 GMC Acadia, Chevrolet Traverse, or Buick Enclave is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 15V833. If it is, contact a franchised dealer for your vehicle's brand and ask for the third-row left lower seat frame inspection. The dealer will replace the frame if needed, free of charge.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to perform the recall repair at no cost. For recall 15V833, the dealer inspects the third-row left lower seat frame and replaces it as needed, free of charge.
Is it safe to drive with recall 15V833 open?
This recall is tied to crash protection for the third-row seat, not normal engine or braking operation. The risk is that the seat frame can fail to perform as intended in a crash, increasing injury risk. Confirm your VIN and arrange the free dealer inspection.
What if I bought my 2016 Acadia, Traverse, or Enclave used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific 2016 Acadia, Traverse, or Enclave is included, then reference recall 15V833 when you call the dealer.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/15V833000 |
|---|---|
| GMC customer service | 1-800-222-1020 |
| NHTSA recall # | 15V833 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 15V833000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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