NHTSA recall 08V046000
Air bags
Chevrolet HHR
The defect
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 remedy
Dealers will install an energy-absorbing plastic piece to the headliner trim. The recall began on april 2, 2008. owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438 or through their website at <a href=http://www.gmownercenter.com>http://www.gmownercenter.com</a> .