Chevrolet is recalling 2021 Tahoe models where second-row seat belts may be inaccessible during crashes, risking injury. Owners must contact GM for free repairs.
A passenger in the second-row center will be unable to wear a seat belt, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Chevrolet is recalling 2021 Tahoe vehicles because the second-row center seat belt can become trapped under trim, making it impossible to use in a crash. This increases injury risk for passengers. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/80293-chevrolet-tahoe-2021-seat-belts-second-row-inaccessible-in-crashes.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/80293-chevrolet-tahoe-2021-seat-belts-second-row-inaccessible-in-crashes · Updated October 4, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #21V210000
“Chevrolet Tahoe 2021 Seat Belts: Second Row Inaccessible in Crashes.” GovInfoNow, updated October 4, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/80293-chevrolet-tahoe-2021-seat-belts-second-row-inaccessible-in-crashes. Based on NHTSA recall 21V210000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=21V210000).
The second-row center seat belt latch can get stuck under the trim bezel, preventing passengers from wearing it. In a crash, this could lead to injury because the seat belt is needed for safety.
Owners of 2021 Chevrolet Tahoe vehicles are affected. Passengers in the second row are most at risk if the seat belt becomes inaccessible during a crash.
Check if your 2021 Chevrolet Tahoe has a second-row center seat belt that appears trapped under trim. The recall started April 14, 2021.
Call 1-800-222-1020 to confirm your vehicle is affected and schedule repairs.
Dealers will fix the seat belt latch by removing the trim bezel and reinstalling it correctly at no cost.
GM will notify owners, and dealers will remove the trim bezel, correctly position the seat belt latch plate, and reinstall the trim bezel, free of charge. The recall began April 14, 2021. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N212329320.
The second-row center seat belt latch can become trapped under the trim bezel, making it inaccessible during a crash and increasing injury risk.
Check if your 2021 Chevrolet Tahoe has a second-row center seat belt that appears trapped under trim. The recall began April 14, 2021.
Contact GM customer service at 1-800-222-1020 to schedule a free repair at a dealer.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Chevrolet to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 21V210000 — Chevrolet Chevrolet Hello, I own a Chevrolet that is covered by recall 21V210000 from Chevrolet. The official recall notice states: GM will notify owners, and dealers will remove the trim bezel, correctly position the seat belt latch plate, and reinstall the trim bezel, free of charge. The recall began April 14, 2021. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N212329320. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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