Recall 07V-014: 2005–2006 Chevrolet Cobalt

GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recall for structure, reported to NHTSA on Jan 18, 2007, covering about 98,707 vehicles.

NHTSA number
07V-014
Report date
Jan 18, 2007
Vehicles affected
98,707
Owners notified
Mar 21, 2007

The problem

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.'

The risk

In a crash, head impact protection may be inadequate.

The fix

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.

Notes

Gm recall no. 06217. 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

ManufacturerGENERAL MOTORS CORP.
ComponentStructure
Recall started byNHTSA (Office of Vehicle Safety Compliance)
NHTSA campaign number07V014000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Chevrolet Cobalt2005, 2006All 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 07V-014?

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.'

How is recall 07V-014 fixed?

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.

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.