NHTSA recall 08V160000
Seats › Front assembly › Head restraint
Saab 9-5
Reported Apr 9, 200857,389 vehicles affectedSAAB CARS USA, INC.Maker’s number E080101/15204Built Jun 1, 2001 – Jun 30, 2002
The defect
Saab IS recalling 57,389 my 2002-2008 9-5 series vehicles for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 201, "occupant protection in interior impact." during compliance testing, one of the upper interior occupant protection test points exceeded the standard's requirements.
The risk
In the event of a vehicle crash, personal injury to occupants may occur.
The remedy
Dealers will install a-pillar trim with improved energy-absorbing capability free of charge. the recall began on november 25, 2008. owners may contact saab at 1-800-955-9007.