Pontiac Recall 07281: Roof Rail Air Bags/FMVSS 201

2007 Pontiac Torrent

The results of this test indicated a possibility of an increased risk of head injury in a crash.

Air Bags

Summary
Certain passenger vehicles not equipped with optional roof rail airbags or optional sunroof fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no. 201, "occupant protection in interior impact." During NHTSA impact tests, the interior occupant protection test points exceeded the standard requirements.
Actions
Dealers will install an energy absorbing foam piece to each of the A-pillar trim assemblies free of charge. The recall began on May 8, 2008. Owners may contact Chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438 or Pontiac at 1-800-620-7668.
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Date Announced
NOV 07, 2007
Vehicles Affected
57,100
Pontiac Recall #
07281
NHTSA Campaign #
07V520000
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