NHTSA Recall 08V160000: Head restraint (seats)
SAAB CARS USA, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 57,389 vehicles. It affects 2002–2008 Saab 9-5.
| NHTSA campaign | 08V160000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | E080101/15204 |
| Component | SEATS › FRONT ASSEMBLY › HEAD RESTRAINT |
| Report received | April 9, 2008 |
| Owner notification | November 25, 2008 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Vehicle Safety Compliance |
Defect
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.
Safety risk
In the event of a vehicle crash, personal injury to occupants may occur.
Remedy
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.
Notes
Saab recall no. 15204/e080101.customers may 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 08V160000
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.