Driver's frontal air bag inflator may explode
Defect Summary
General motors llc (gm) is recalling certain 2010-2011 chevrolet malibu vehicles. in the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver frontal air bag, the air bag inflator may explode due to being overpressurized.
Safety Consequence
If the inflator explodes, sharp metal fragments may strike the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Corrective Action
Gm has notified owners, and dealers will replace the front driver air bag module, free of charge. the recall began february 25, 2019. owners may contact gm customer service at 1-800-522-9559. gm's number for this recall is n182206630.
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FAQ: Recall 19V019000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 19V019000?
NHTSA recall 19V019000 was issued by General Motors, Llc on January 16, 2019. It addresses: Driver's frontal air bag inflator may explode. The recall affects approximately 1,145 vehicles, with the defect involving the Air Bags component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized General Motors, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 19V019000 or the manufacturer campaign number N182206630. 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.