2012 Chevrolet Malibu | 2011 Chevrolet Malibu — Seat belts
Published May 8, 2015 · Recall initiated: May 8, 2015
Summary
NHTSA records recall 15V269000, published May 8, 2015. Recalling firm: General Motors, LLC; 2012 Chevrolet Malibu | 2011 Chevrolet Malibu — Seat belts.
What's the hazard
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles manufactured April 8, 2010, to October 11, 2012. In the affected vehicles, the flexible steel cables that connect the seat belts to the vehicle at the outside of the driver seat and the front passenger seat may be bent from being sat on while entering the vehicle. This repeated bending may result in the cable breaking.
What to do
GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the outboard lap anchor mounting bracket and inspect the flexible steel cable, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on November 16, 2015. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 15031.
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Recall details
- Brand
- CHEVROLET
- Model
- MALIBU
- Manufacturer
- General Motors, LLC
- Lot
- 2012 CHEVROLET MALIBU | 2011 CHEVROLET MALIBU
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2012 Chevrolet Malibu | 2011 Chevrolet Malibu — Seat belts recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 15V269000 on May 8, 2015. Reported hazard: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles manufactured April 8, 2010, to October 11, 2012. In the affected vehicles, the flexible steel cables that connect the seat belts to the vehicle at the outside of the driver seat and the front passenger seat may be bent from being sat on while entering the vehicle. This repeated bending may result in the cable breaking.
What should I do if I have this product?
GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the outboard lap anchor mounting bracket and inspect the flexible steel cable, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on November 16, 2015. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 15031.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: CHEVROLET. Model: MALIBU.