2012 Chevrolet Cruze | 2012 Chevrolet Sonic | 2012 Buick Verano — Air bags
Published November 5, 2012 · Recall initiated: October 31, 2012
Summary
NHTSA records recall 12V522000, published November 5, 2012 and initiated October 31, 2012. Recalling firm: General Motors, LLC; 2012 Chevrolet Cruze | 2012 Chevrolet Sonic | 2012 Buick Verano — Air bags.
What's the hazard
General Motors is recalling certain model year 2012 Buick Verano, Chevrolet Cruze, and Chevrolet Sonic vehicles. The driver side frontal air bag has a shorting bar which may intermittently contact the air bag terminals.
What to do
General Motors will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering wheel airbag coil, free of charge. The safety recall began on January 11, 2013. Owners may contact General Motors at 1-800-521-7300.
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Recall details
- Brand
- CHEVROLET
- Model
- CRUZE
- Manufacturer
- General Motors, LLC
- Lot
- 2012 CHEVROLET CRUZE | 2012 CHEVROLET SONIC | 2012 BUICK VERANO
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2012 Chevrolet Cruze | 2012 Chevrolet Sonic | 2012 Buick Verano — Air bags recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 12V522000 on November 5, 2012. Reported hazard: General Motors is recalling certain model year 2012 Buick Verano, Chevrolet Cruze, and Chevrolet Sonic vehicles. The driver side frontal air bag has a shorting bar which may intermittently contact the air bag terminals.
What should I do if I have this product?
General Motors will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering wheel airbag coil, free of charge. The safety recall began on January 11, 2013. Owners may contact General Motors at 1-800-521-7300.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: CHEVROLET. Model: CRUZE.