Recall 16V870000

AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW

Report Date
20161202
Component
AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW
Affected Vehicles
1 models

Defect Description

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.

Safety Consequence

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.

Affected Vehicles

Year Make Model
2017 CHEVROLET MALIBU

Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.