2019 Chevrolet Spark | 2019 Chevrolet Trax | 2019 Chevrolet Traverse | 2019 Buick Encore — Air bags: air bag/restraint control module
Published November 5, 2018 · Recall initiated: November 1, 2018
Summary
NHTSA records recall 18V774000, published November 5, 2018 and initiated November 1, 2018. Recalling firm: General Motors, LLC; 2019 Chevrolet Spark | 2019 Chevrolet Trax | 2019 Chevrolet Traverse | 2019 Buick Encore — Air bags: air bag/restraint control module.
What's the hazard
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2019 Buick Encore, Chevrolet Spark, Traverse, and Trax vehicles. The Sensing Diagnostic Module (SDM) on these vehicle may not have been turned off of "manufacturing mode," preventing the air bags from deploying in the event of a crash.
What to do
GM will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the SDM module to the correct mode, free of charge. The recall began November 6, 2018. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300 and Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 18365.
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Recall details
- Brand
- CHEVROLET
- Model
- SPARK
- Manufacturer
- General Motors, LLC
- Lot
- 2019 CHEVROLET SPARK | 2019 CHEVROLET TRAX | 2019 CHEVROLET TRAVERSE | 2019 BUICK ENCORE
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2019 Chevrolet Spark | 2019 Chevrolet Trax | 2019 Chevrolet Traverse | 2019 Buick Encore — Air bags: air bag/restraint control module recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 18V774000 on November 5, 2018. Reported hazard: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2019 Buick Encore, Chevrolet Spark, Traverse, and Trax vehicles. The Sensing Diagnostic Module (SDM) on these vehicle may not have been turned off of "manufacturing mode," preventing the air bags from deploying in the event of a crash.
What should I do if I have this product?
GM will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the SDM module to the correct mode, free of charge. The recall began November 6, 2018. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300 and Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 18365.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: CHEVROLET. Model: SPARK.