CarRecallWatch- Component
- AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW
- Problem
- General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2017 Malibu vehicles manufactured on November 10, 2016. The right-hand rear side air bag inflator manifold may have insufficient welds.
- Risk
- Insufficient welds could cause the inflator to separate and propel air bag debris into the cabin during a crash. Also, the inflator could fail to inflate during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear side air bag modules, free of charge. The recall began on January 25, 2017. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 16146.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
What this recall means for you
A weld on the right-hand rear side air bag inflator may be insufficient. In a crash, the inflator could separate and send air bag debris into the cabin, or it could fail to inflate, raising the risk of injury.
The repair is free. Dealers will replace the rear side air bag modules at no cost to you, and GM will notify affected owners. You can also contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. Check your VIN for open recalls to confirm whether your vehicle is affected and still needs the fix.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Chevrolet Malibu | 2017 |
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