Tl* the contact owns a 2008 chevrolet hhr. While driving 45 MPH over black ice, the contact lost control of the vehicle, drove off the road, and crashed into three trees. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The air bags did not deploy. The contact sustained head, neck, back, and rib injuries. The passenger sustained multiple unknown injuries. Both occupants received medical attention. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to an independent lot. The local dealer and manufacturer were not contacted. The failure mileage was 134,000.
2008 Chevrolet HHR: airbags did not deploy in a crash
10 of the 616 complaints about the 2008 Chevrolet HHR describe airbags did not deploy in a crash.
- owner complaints
- 10
- of this car's complaints
- 2%
- typical mileage
- 38,000
- recalls
- 2
Is there a fix? There are 2 recalls and 9 service bulletins for this area of the car. See below
Airbags did not deploy in a crash by model year
What owners say
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 chevrolet hhr. While driving 20 MPH, the power steering failed without warning. As a result, the contact lost control of the vehicle and crashed into another vehicle. The air bags did not deploy. A police report was filed. The driver and passenger sustained neck and back injuries that required medical attention. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 55,000.
Was stopped due to traffic and was rear ended resulting in $8000.00 physical damage to the vehicle. Airbag did not deploy. Dealer wants to charge me to have it tested.
I was in my 2008 hhr chevy and crashed into a concrete wall the car was totaled. Air bags did not deploy causing a hip fracture and major surgery and ongoing therapy resulting in a hip replacement later on.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 chevrolet hhr. The contact stated that the driver was traveling approximately 35 MPH when another vehicle crashed into the vehicle. The driver lost control of the vehicle and it rolled over, crashing into a ditch. The air bags failed to deploy. The driver was killed and a passenger was injured and transported to a hospital for treatment. A police report was filed. The vehicle was destroyed. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The VIN was not available. The failure mileage was 70,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 chevrolet hhr. The contact stated that while driving 20 MPH, another vehicle crashed into her rear and pushed the vehicle forward, causing the contact to crash into the rear of a third vehicle. The air bags failed to deploy. A police report was filed however, the driver sustained a concussion, and injuries to the shoulder and neck. The vehicle was destroyed. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The VIN was not available. The failure and current mileage was 38,000. Updated 06/24/14 ma updated 07/1/2014
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 chevrolet hhr. While driving 40 MPH, another vehicle crashed into the passenger side of the contact's vehicle. The vehicle was destroyed. The air bags failed to deploy. A passenger sustained neck and back injuries and the contact sustained shoulder injuries. Four months prior to the crash, the vehicle was involved in another crash in which the air bags failed to deploy. The vehicle had not been inspected. The failure and current mileages were 39,993. Updated 11/14/12
My vehicle was hit broadside squarely on the drivers door. Vehicles traveling about 25-30 MPH. During collision drivers head struck door frame. The side airbags did not deploy. Vehicle has not been repaired yet.
I was driving a 2008 chevy hhr and was involved in a rollover accident. No airbags deployed and I understand there was a recall by gm of certain 2008 gm hhr models for issues with roof rail airbags. I am wondering why no airbags deployed in my rollover accident.
Tl*the contact owns a 2008 chevrolet hhr. While driving approximately 45 MPH, the contact struck a patch of black ice and the vehicle rolled over 3 or 4 times. She struck the side of her head on the side window and stated that her head became numb. She went to the hospital the same day and the doctor informed her that the injuries were minor; however, she needed to visit her physician. The other passenger also sustained minor injuries. The vehicle sustained major damage to the windows and the front end. The air bags failed to deploy. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to the shop. The dealer and manufacturer have not been notified. The current and failure mileages were 9,200.
Service bulletins that may apply
- Air bags
- Special Coverage
- Chevrolet/pontiac/saturn: TSB contains an owner notification letter
- Summary to be provided on a future date.
- General motors: diagnostic information for intermittent restraints, air bag (SIR) indicator/lamp on with...
- General motors: the sir light is illuminated
- Air bag readiness light/supplemental inflatable restraint (SIR) light on, diagnostic trouble code(s) (DTC)...
- Air bag indicator light is on
Related recalls
Air bags
- What is wrong
- This defect can affect the safe operation of the airbag system. Until this recall is performed, customers should remove all items from their key rings, leaving only the ignition key. The key fob (if applicable), should also be removed from the key ring. General Motors LLC (GM) notified the agency on February 10, 2014 that they are recalling 619,122 model year 2005-2007 Chevrolet Cobalt, and 2007 Pontiac G5 vehicles. On February 25, 2014, GM increased the recall to include an additional 748,024 model year 2006-2007 Chevrolet HHR and Pontiac Solstice vehicles and 2003-2007 Saturn Ion vehicles and 2007 Saturn Sky vehicles. In these models, the weight on the key ring and/or road conditions or some other jarring event may cause the ignition switch to move out of the run position, turning off the engine. On March 27, 2014, GM notified the agency that the defective ignition switches may have been used as service replacement parts on other vehicles, and as a result GM will be recalling certain model year 2008-2010 Chevrolet Cobalt, Saturn Sky, and Pontiac G5 and Solstice, and 2008-2011 Chevrolet HHR vehicles. The part numbers for the service parts are 10392423 (a/k/a ACDelco D1461F), 10392737, 15857948, 15854953, 15896640, and 25846762. This expansion represents an additional 823,788 vehicles.
- Risk
- If the key is not in the run position, the air bags may not deploy if the vehicle is involved in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ignition switch, free of charge. An interim notification was issued to owners of 2007 and earlier models on March 10, 2014, informing them of the safety defect. Owners of 2008 and later vehicles will be mailed an interim letter on April 21, 2014. All affected owners will receive another letter once parts are available. The recall began on April 18, 2014. Owners may contact Chevrolet at 1‑800‑222‑1020, Pontiac at 1‑800‑762‑2737 or Saturn at 1‑800‑553‑6000. GM's number for the initial recall is 13454 and 14063 for the expansion. GMs recall number for the vehicles that may have received the replacement parts is 14092. Note: Until the recall repairs have been performed, it is very important that customers remove all items from their key rings, leaving only the vehicle key. The key fob (if applicable), should also be removed from the key ring. Always wear your seatbelt.
Recall number 14V047000 · Recall details
Air bags
- What is wrong
- Gm is recalling 181,516 my 2006-2008 chevrolet hhr vehicles not equipped with optional roof rail air bags for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 201, 'occupant protection in interior impact.' in tests, one of the upper interior occupant protection test points exceeded the standard's requirement.
- Risk
- This standard specifies performance requirements to provide head impact protection for occupants.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install an energy-absorbing plastic piece to the headliner trim. The recall began on april 2, 2008. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1‑800‑630‑2438 or through their website at http://www.gmownercenter.com .
Recall number 08V046000 · Recall details
Questions about the 2008 Chevrolet HHR no deployment
Is airbags did not deploy in a crash a common problem on the 2008 Chevrolet HHR?
10 of 616 owner complaints about the 2008 Chevrolet HHR (2%) mention airbags did not deploy in a crash. The model year with the most reports is 2007.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2008 Chevrolet HHR?
There are 2 recalls and 9 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 2008 Chevrolet HHR
Power steering loss 121Loss of power 50Fuel leak 37Fuel smell 28Door locks 22Stalling 16Engine failure 15Steering lock-up 11Check engine light 10Fire or smoke 9Jerking 8Won't start 8Headlights 7Spongy pedal 7Adaptive cruise 6Grinding brakes 5Harsh shifting 5Key fob 5
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