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    Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain Recalled Because Child Seat Anchors May Not Work Effectively

    LATCH anchors in the rear seat could prevent seats from being installed securely

    2023 GMC Terrain
    2023 GMC Terrain
    Photo: GMC

    General Motors is recalling 2020 to 2023 Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain SUVs because the four rear-seat lower car seat anchors, known as LATCH, may have excessive powder coating and therefore prevent a secure installation. 

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    Consequently, this risks installation errors that could cause injuries. And it means the SUVs do not comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 225.

    Owners are advised to install child seats using the vehicle’s rear seat belts until the remedy is complete.

    Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 26, 2023.

    The Details

    Vehicles Recalled
    2020-2023 Chevrolet Equinox
    2020-2023 GMC Terrain

    The problem: Excessive powder coating on the four rear-seat lower child seat LATCH anchorage bars could prevent a child seat from being installed with the anchorage bars.

    The fix: Dealers will inspect the LATCH anchorage bars, then remove and replace the finish, as necessary, free of charge.

    How to contact the manufacturer: Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 800-462-8782.

    NHTSA campaign number: 23V339000. GM’s number for this recall is N232403240.

    Check to see whether your vehicle has an open recall: The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s website will tell you whether your vehicle has any open recalls that need to be addressed.

    If you plug your car’s 17-digit vehicle identification number (VIN) into NHTSA’s website and a recall doesn’t appear, it means your vehicle doesn’t currently have any open recalls. Because automakers issue recalls often, and for many older vehicles, we recommend checking back regularly to see whether your vehicle has had a recall issued.

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    Jeff S. Bartlett

    Jeff S. Bartlett is the managing editor for the autos team at Consumer Reports. He has been with CR since 2005. Previously, Jeff served as the online editorial director of Motor Trend for 11 years. Throughout his career, Jeff has driven thousands of cars, many on racetracks around the globe. Follow him on X: @JeffSBartlett