Recall 06V-417: 2005–2006 Buick Lacrosse, 2005–2006 Buick Rendezvous and 10 more
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recall for air bags, reported to NHTSA on Oct 31, 2006, covering about 794 vehicles.
The problem
Certain vehicles originally built with cloth seats that were equipped with an automatic air bag passenger sensing system and later reupholstered with aftermarket leather seat cover kits are involved. Testing has indicated that the aftermarket leather seat covers can cause the passenger sensing system to malfunction.
The risk
If the passenger sensing system malfunctions, the front air bag on the passenger side may be disabled when it should be enabled, or enabled when it should be disabled. In either case, in the event of a crash that requires air bag deployment, a front passenger's level of injury may be increased.
The fix
Because a replacement leather seat cover that is compatible with the passenger sensing system is not available, general motors (Gm) will repurchase these vehicles in accordance with the terms stated in GM's letter to owners. The recall began on november 6, 2006. Owners should contact GM at 1-877-477-1022 to begin the process of repurchasing their vehicle.
Notes
Gm recall no. 06102.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
|---|---|
| Component | Air Bags › Frontal |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 06V417000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Buick Lacrosse | 2005, 2006 | All years |
| Buick Rendezvous | 2005, 2006 | All years |
| Chevrolet HHR | 2006 | All years |
| Chevrolet Malibu | 2006 | All years |
| Chevrolet Silverado | 2004 | All years |
| Chevrolet Tahoe | 2005 | All years |
| Chevrolet Trailblazer | 2005, 2006 | All years |
| GMC Envoy | 2005, 2006 | All years |
| GMC Sierra | 2005 | All years |
| Hummer H3 | 2006 | All years |
| Pontiac G6 | 2006 | All years |
| Pontiac Montana | 2005 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 06V-417?
Certain vehicles originally built with cloth seats that were equipped with an automatic air bag passenger sensing system and later reupholstered with aftermarket leather seat cover kits are involved. Testing has indicated that the aftermarket leather seat covers can cause the passenger sensing system to malfunction.
How is recall 06V-417 fixed?
Because a replacement leather seat cover that is compatible with the passenger sensing system is not available, general motors (Gm) will repurchase these vehicles in accordance with the terms stated in GM's letter to owners. The recall began on november 6, 2006. Owners should contact GM at 1-877-477-1022 to begin the process of repurchasing their vehicle.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.