NHTSA Complaint #11435771 — 2011 CHEVROLET MALIBU

AIR BAGS issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11435771
Vehicle	2011 CHEVROLET MALIBU
Component	AIR BAGS
Date of Incident	September 6, 2021
Date Filed	October 6, 2021
Mileage	125,000 miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	IL

Consumer Description

The contact owns a 2011 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that the "Service Air Bag" warning light was illuminated. The dealer was made aware of the failure but informed the contact that the VIN was not included in a recall. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 125,000.

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