Saab Recall E080101/15204: Occupant Protection In Interior Impact/FMVSS 201

2008 Saab 9-5

In the event of a vehicle crash, personal injury to occupants may occur.

Seats — Front Assembly — Head Restraint

Summary
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.
Actions
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.
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Date Announced
APR 09, 2008
Vehicles Affected
57,389
Saab Recall #
E080101/15204
NHTSA Campaign #
08V160000
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