Front Seat Recliner problems of the 1998 Chevrolet Silverado

While driving, the consumer applied the brakes and pedal went to the floor. The passenger's side front seat collapsed backward. The consumer was able to maintain control of the vehicle, and drove it home. The consumer contacted the dealer for a appointment and inspection. The driver's seat would not lock back in the upright position.

The driver seat back failed to lock into place, the seat was in the reclining position. The dealer stated there was a crack in the metal.

The truck was taken to the GMC dealer in mcminnville or. - a distance of 2 miles. We were on vacation and the only parts available was in portland and albany. Tied with a rope, I went to newport ore where we were staying. Blocked seatback with a laundry basket to come home to boise. Feel this is an equipment safety problem.

Vehicle was rear ended at 40mph. Upon impact, driver's seatback collapsed, resulting in injury to driver.

Consumer was trying to lay back of seat backward by using handle, and handle came off into consumer's hand. Please provide further information.