Component
STRUCTURE
Manufacturer
GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
What Happened
Your vehicle may not have air bags on the roof to help protect you in a side impact crash.
Risk if Unfixed
If you're in a crash, your head may not be fully protected, which could make injuries worse.
Free Fix
Don't worry, this is free! A dealership will add a special padding to the roof to help absorb impacts and keep you safer.
Show original NHTSA language
Original — What Happened
CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES NOT EQUIPPED WITH OPTIONAL ROOF-MOUNTED SIDE IMPACT AIR BAGS FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 201, 'OCCUPANT PROTECTION IN INTERIOR IMPACT.'
Original — Risk if Unfixed
IN A CRASH, HEAD IMPACT PROTECTION MAY BE INADEQUATE.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSTALL ENERGY ABSORBING PLASTIC TO THE HEADLINER TRIM TO REDUCE THE SEVERITY OF HEAD IMPACTS IN A CRASH. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 21, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438.
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