2016 Chevrolet Cruze | 2017 Chevrolet Cruze — Seats: front assembly: head restraint
Published January 31, 2017 · Recall initiated: January 26, 2017
Summary
NHTSA records recall 17V057000, published January 31, 2017 and initiated January 26, 2017. Recalling firm: General Motors, LLC; 2016 Chevrolet Cruze | 2017 Chevrolet Cruze — Seats: front assembly: head restraint.
What's the hazard
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Chevrolet Cruze vehicles. A bracket used in the driver or front passenger seat-back recliner mechanism may have been incorrectly welded to the seat-back frame, as a result, in the event of a crash, the head-restraints may not function properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 202a, "Head Restraints.
What to do
GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front passenger seats, replacing any with seat-back frames that are incorrectly welded, free of charge. The recall began on February 28, 2017. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 17035.
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Recall details
- Brand
- CHEVROLET
- Model
- CRUZE
- Manufacturer
- General Motors, LLC
- Lot
- 2016 CHEVROLET CRUZE | 2017 CHEVROLET CRUZE
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2016 Chevrolet Cruze | 2017 Chevrolet Cruze — Seats: front assembly: head restraint recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 17V057000 on January 31, 2017. Reported hazard: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Chevrolet Cruze vehicles. A bracket used in the driver or front passenger seat-back recliner mechanism may have been incorrectly welded to the seat-back frame, as a result, in the event of a crash, the head-restraints may not function properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 202a, "Head Restraints.
What should I do if I have this product?
GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front passenger seats, replacing any with seat-back frames that are incorrectly welded, free of charge. The recall began on February 28, 2017. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 17035.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: CHEVROLET. Model: CRUZE.