Investigation PE98030: 1997 Chevrolet Venture

Status

CLOSED

Opened

May 15, 1998

Closed

Jun 30, 1998

Model years

1997

Subject

Finger cutting/pinching

Component: Unknown or other

Summary

Odi has received three reports indicating injuries occurred to consumers while they wer folding a second row seat to gain acces to the rear or third row seats.when folding the seat a portion of the seat frame moves in a scissor action.two of the consumers severed the end of their finger and the third suffered a pinched finger.all required emergency room treatment.this investigation has been opened to further study this issue.

An NHTSA investigation looks into whether a safety defect exists. Opening one is not a finding. Outcomes can include a recall, closure without action, or further inquiry.

Model years covered

• 1997 Chevrolet Venture432 complaints