Recall 08V-046
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recalled the 2006 to 2008 Chevrolet HHR: Air bags.
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 08V-046
- Reported
- January 30, 2008
- Vehicles affected
- 181,516 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
GM is recalling 181,516 my 2006-2008 chevrolet hhr vehicles not equipped with optional roof rail air bags for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 201, 'occupant protection in interior impact.' in tests, one of the upper interior occupant protection test points exceeded the standard's requirement.
The risk
This standard specifies performance requirements to provide head impact protection for occupants.
The fix
Dealers will install an energy-absorbing plastic piece to the headliner trim. The recall began on april 2, 2008. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1-[removed] or through their website at <a href=[link removed] .
Notes from the manufacturer
GM recall no. 08016.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-[removed] (tty 1-[removed]), or go to <a href=[link removed] .
Affected vehicles
- Chevrolet HHR 2006 to 2008