2016 Chevrolet Malibu Recall: AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW

NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V151000 | Component: AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW

Recall Summary

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.

Additional Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Related Information

• All Chevrolet Recalls
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Source: NHTSA Safety Recall 16V151000