Product Description
1978-1991 GMC Pickup Truck Crew Cab, Driver or Passenger Bench Seat Belt
- Driver or passenger bench position
- Three-point retractable lap and shoulder belt
- All metal push button buckle
An outer bench seat in a 1978-1991 GMC crew cab can be fitted with this Seatbelt Planet three-point retractor belt, latching with a metal push button buckle.
Vehicle Fit
Driver or passenger outboard bench seat in 1978-1991 GMC crew cabs.
Choosing a Color
GMC bench strap webbing is offered in 52 colors.
Why Upgrade?
GMC crew cabs with original belts often have frayed driver webbing.
Maintenance
Wash the GMC strap with mild soap.
About the GMC Crew Cab Pickup
GMC crew cabs are sought by square-body fans for their size and towing ability.
Pre-Install Checklist
Check the outboard bench anchor before ordering.
Good to Know
Hardware is not stated.
Bench seat GMC crew cabs are the most common type, and this belt fits one outboard seat on that bench.
GMC Sierra trucks often had vinyl benches, while Sierra Classic trucks had cloth with more padding.
A single GMC bench belt is useful when the driver side wears out first on a work truck.
GMC crew cab doors are wide, and belts left hanging in the opening often get pinched and frayed.
Measure the GMC belt's latch side length before ordering.
Gray, tan and blue webbing suit many GMC benches from these years.
Seatbelt Planet sells a center lap belt for the GMC front bench separately.
GMC crew cabs in four-wheel drive form are now popular collector trucks.
The GMC crew cab long bed was one of the largest pickups sold in the 1980s.
Order a second belt if both GMC outboard positions need replacement.
Seatbelt Planet also lists GMC crew cab rear belts.
Call 574-226-6676 for GMC fitment help.
The 52 webbing colors let GMC owners match benches trimmed in blue, tan, red or gray.
A new GMC outboard bench belt fixes a slow retractor or frayed webbing.
GMC crew cab benches were usually a full-width seat with room for three.
Square-body GMC crew cabs share their cab with the GMC Suburban's front section, and the GMC brand marketed them to buyers wanting a more upscale truck.
Sierra Classic trucks were the top GMC trim through much of the 1980s, with woodgrain dash trim and plush cloth benches.
If the shoulder strap on your GMC hangs slack or twists, it is time for a new one.
Look for frayed edges, faded color and a latch plate that sticks when you buckle up your GMC.
Navy, camel, charcoal and burgundy webbing blends with most GMC benches.
Four-door GMC pickups with a front bench seat six passengers in total, three per row.
GMC crew cab long beds were favored by contractors carrying sheets of plywood and drywall.
Bench belts in a GMC with the High Sierra package may sit next to a fold-down center armrest.
Before ordering, inspect the GMC floor around the outboard anchor for corrosion.
Our team can help you compare your GMC belt to Seatbelt Planet's options.
Frequently Asked Questions
Bench?
Yes.
Single?
Yes.
Buckle?
All metal push button.
Hardware?
Not stated.
Colors?
52.
Questions about fit?
Call 574-226-6676.
1978-1991 GMC Pickup Truck Crew Cab, Driver or Passenger Bench Seat Belt specifications
- Seatbelt Planet aftermarket seat belt / restraint product (application per listing title)
- Vehicle application from listing: 1978-1991 GMC Pickup Truck Crew Cab, Driver or Passenger Bench
- Tested and certified to meet FMVSS 209 and FMVSS 302 (certification tag on belts)
- Sold as aftermarket replacement — confirm buckle style, retractable vs fixed, and seat type before order
- Complete belts are preferred; mixing buckle/tongue brands is not recommended (components are designed to work together)
- 1-year manufacturer warranty for component issues from ship date (excludes abuse, accident damage, or disassembly)
- 90-day satisfaction guarantee per Seatbelt Planet (installed returns may incur restocking fee)
Installation Tips — 1978-1991 GMC Pickup Truck Crew Cab, Driver or Passenger Bench Seat Belt
- Confirm this listing matches your vehicle (1978-1991 GMC Pickup Truck Crew Cab, Driver or Passenger Bench), seat type (bench vs bucket), and buckle/retractor style before installing.
- Inspect mounting points for solid metal structure. Seatbelt Planet products are aftermarket — fabrication or adapters may be required on some vehicles.
- Use appropriate grade hardware. Some listings sell mounting hardware separately.
- Install a complete belt assembly when possible; do not mix unmatched buckle and tongue brands.
- After install, verify full extension, retraction (if applicable), and latching before driving.
- If unsure, use a professional installer. Improper installation can cause serious injury.
Selection help: Seatbelt Planet FAQ / guides at seatbeltplanet.com/faq.html · phone 405-736-0088.
Vintage Car Radio does not offer installation.
1978-1991 GMC Pickup Truck Crew Cab, Driver or Passenger Bench Seat Belt manuals
- Seatbelt Planet FAQ (FMVSS, warranty, returns)
- Seatbelt Planet common questions / selection help
- Use any instruction sheet packed with your order for model-specific steps
Manufacturer: Seatbelt Planet · 405-736-0088
One-Year Seatbelt Planet Warranty
Per Seatbelt Planet, seat belts are covered under a one-year manufacturer warranty for component issues from the date shipped. Warranty returns are not accepted if there has been obvious abuse, the belt was involved in an accident, or the belt has been disassembled / components removed.
Seatbelt Planet also states a 90-day satisfaction guarantee; installed returns may be subject to a restocking fee. RMA required — contact Seatbelt Planet or Vintage Car Radio at 844-802-4499 / 574-226-6676.
Vintage Car Radio does not install seat belts.
FAQ — 1978-1991 GMC Pickup Truck Crew Cab, Driver or Passenger Bench Seat Belt
Are these FMVSS / DOT approved?
Seatbelt Planet states belts are tested and certified to FMVSS 209 and 302; the certification tag is on the belt.
Can I replace only one side?
Seatbelt Planet recommends installing a complete belt — buckle and tongue are designed to work together.
Will this fit 1978-1991 GMC Pickup Truck Crew Cab, Driver or Passenger Bench?
Match the years, make/model, and seat position in the title. Call Seatbelt Planet at 405-736-0088 if you need a custom belt.
Do you install?
No.
Need help?
844-802-4499 / 574-226-6676, or Seatbelt Planet 405-736-0088.
Specs
Installation Tips
Manuals
Warranty
One-Year Seatbelt Planet Warranty
Per Seatbelt Planet, seat belts are covered under a one-year manufacturer warranty for component issues from the date shipped. Warranty returns are not accepted if there has been obvious abuse, the belt was involved in an accident, or the belt has been disassembled / components removed.
Seatbelt Planet also states a 90-day satisfaction guarantee; installed returns may be subject to a restocking fee. RMA required — contact Seatbelt Planet or Vintage Car Radio at 844-802-4499 / 574-226-6676.
Vintage Car Radio does not install seat belts.
