Electronic stability control systems/fmvss 126
Defect Summary
General motors llc (gm) is recalling certain model year 2016 chevrolet malibu vehicles manufactured march 7, 2016, through march 12, 2016. the memory chip in the electronic brake control module (ebcm) may fail and cause the loss of electronically controlled brake systems including anti-lock brakes (abs) and electronic stability control (esc). as such, these vehicles fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 126, "electronic stability control systems."
Safety Consequence
If the ebcm fails the primary braking system will still function, however, the loss of abs and esc increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Gm will notify owners, and dealers will install a replacement ebcm, free of charge. the recall began on june 17, 2016. owners may contact chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020). Gm's number for this recall is 39440.
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FAQ: Recall 16V272000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 16V272000?
NHTSA recall 16V272000 was issued by General Motors, Llc on May 5, 2016. It addresses: Electronic stability control systems/fmvss 126. The recall affects approximately 66 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized General Motors, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 16V272000 or the manufacturer campaign number 39440. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.