AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW
Published March 11, 2016 · Recall initiated: March 11, 2016
What's the hazard
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016 Malibu vehicles manufactured February 16, 2016, to March 5, 2016. The two weld studs that mount the front and rear side impact air bags may fracture and separate from the air bag during deployment. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 214, "Side Impact Protection.
What to do
GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the side air bag modules, free of charge. The recall began on April 14, 2016. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 31820.
Recall details
- Brand
- CHEVROLET
- Model
- MALIBU
- Manufacturer
- General Motors, LLC
- Lot
- 2016 CHEVROLET MALIBU
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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