NHTSA Recall 07V520000: Air bags
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 57,100 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Chevrolet Equinox.
| NHTSA campaign | 07V520000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 07281 |
| Component | AIR BAGS |
| Report received | November 7, 2007 |
| Owner notification | May 8, 2008 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
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.
Safety risk
The results of this test indicated a possibility of an increased risk of head injury in a crash.
Remedy
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.
Notes
GM recall no. 07281.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.
Vehicles covered by recall 07V520000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.