General Motors, Llc | NHTSA Recall #16V781000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 16V781000 by General Motors, Llc. Affecting model year 2016 chevrolet malibu vehicles manufactured november 18, 2015, to june 7, 2016 Includes 18 affected units, Side Air Bag Fabric May Tear During Deployment, component: AIR BAGS, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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model year 2016 chevrolet malibu vehicles manufactured november 18, 2015, to june 7, 2016

Defect Summary

General motors llc (gm) is recalling certain model year 2016 chevrolet malibu vehicles manufactured november 18, 2015, to june 7, 2016. the fabric of the side-impact air bag cushion may tear during deployment.

Corrective Action

Gm will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, replace the air bag module, free of charge. the recall began october 27, 2016. owners may contact chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. gm's number for this recall is 16079.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 16V781000

Manufacturer: General Motors, Llc

Report Received Date: 2016-10-26T00:00:00

Subject: Side air bag fabric may tear during deployment

Component: Air Bags

Potentially Affected Units: 18

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 16079

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: General motors llc (gm) is recalling certain model year 2016 chevrolet malibu vehicles manufactured november 18, 2015, to june 7, 2016. the fabric of the side-impact air bag cushion may tear during deployment.

Consequence Summary: If the air bag tears during deployment, the air bag may not perform as designed, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

Corrective Action: Gm will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, replace the air bag module, free of charge. the recall began october 27, 2016. owners may contact chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. gm's number for this recall is 16079.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: 94.44

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