Oct 27 2008
Auto Recalls: Chevrolet, HHR, 2008
Build Dates : May 01, 2007 - April 30, 2008
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 08V444000
Date Owner’s Notified:
Date Received by ODI: 20080903
Date Added to Databse: 20080903
Manufacturer’s Involved: GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Manufacturer’s Responsible for the Recall: GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Manufacturer Campaign Number: 08157
Component: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
Potential Number Of Units Affected : 296422
Summary:
GM is recalling 296,422 MY 2006-2008 Chevrolet HHR vehicles for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 201, ‘occupant protection in interior impact.” the door on the storage bin in the top center of the instrument panel failed to remain closed as required.
Consequence:
This standard specifies performance requirements to provide head impact protection for occupants.
Remedy:
A redesigned latch will be made available. The recall is expected to begin during November 2008.