Component
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
Manufacturer
GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
What Happened
The latches on your HHR's storage bin in the center of the instrument panel might not stay shut properly.
Risk if Unfixed
If the latch fails, the storage bin could open and hit your hands or head in the event of a front impact, potentially causing injury.
Free Fix
Your Chevrolet dealer will replace the latch with a redesigned one that meets safety standards, at no cost to you.
Show original NHTSA language
Original — What Happened
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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
THIS STANDARD SPECIFIES PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS TO PROVIDE HEAD IMPACT PROTECTION FOR OCCUPANTS.
Original — Remedy
A REDESIGNED LATCH WILL BE MADE AVAILABLE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 23, 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> .
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