NHTSA 19V019000 United States
Chevrolet Malibu recall: Air Bags:frontal:driver Side:inflator Module
Official safety recall 19V019000 published by NHTSA.
High risk
Contact an authorised dealer of the maker. Recall repairs are free of charge.
Campaign19V019000
ComponentAir Bags:frontal:driver Side:inflator Module
Report date2019-01-16
ManufacturerGeneral Motors LLC
Affected vehicles
| Vehicle | Model year | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Chevrolet Malibu | 2011 | United States |
The problem
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.
If the inflator explodes, sharp metal fragments may strike the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
The official remedy
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.