Recall 16V151000 — AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW Defect in 2016-2016 CHEVROLET MALIBU
RECALL This recall affects up to 3,137 vehicles.
Recall Summary
| NHTSA Campaign | 16V151000 |
| Manufacturer | General Motors LLC |
| Vehicles Affected | 3,137 |
| Component | AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW |
| Date Notified | |
| Affected Vehicles |
Defect Description
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."
Safety Consequence
Fractured weld studs may allow the side air bag to move out of position during deployment, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
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.
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