GM 89023212
Lap & Shoulder Belt

All seat belt systems used in a collision severe enough to initiate automatic restraint equipment need new installation because collision impact damages the restraint systems. Both adult seat belts and child restraint devices need replacement under this guideline which also affects LATCH system and top tether anchorages for child safety. The replacement process must be done for all seat belt systems even if the components show signs of tearing or wear or show damage. This includes the replacement of adult seat belts systems and the built-in child restraints and LATCH system components. If you see "REPLACE" or "CAUTION" marking or a yellow tag on the seat belt system then you must replace it yet you cannot change the seat belt when a child seat caution label is displayed alone. Any doubt regarding a seat belt system's condition necessitates replacement of all systems including both standard adult belts and built-in child restraints and LATCH components as well as any restraint used for car seats, infant seats and booster seats. The entire seat belt system has to receive replacement for vehicles in described collisions rather than performing component replacement of a single seat belt system part. Seat belt system replacements can be avoided after specific minor accidents unless any of the parts show wear or damage or tearing.