VAN AMERICAN MALIBU 2017: AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW
| Make : VAN AMERICAN | Model : MALIBU | Year : 2017 |
| Build Dates : 2016-11-10 - 2016-11-10 | ||
| NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 16V870000 | ||
| Date Owner's Notified: 2017-01-25 | Date Received by ODI: 2016-12-02 | Date Added to Database: 2016-12-02 |
| Manufacturers Involved: General Motors, LLC | ||
| Manufacturer's Responsible for the Recall: | ||
| Manufacturer Campaign Number: 16146 | ||
| Component: AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW | ||
| Potential Number Of Units Affected : 113 | ||
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Summary:
General Motors LLC "GM" is recalling certain 2017 Malibu vehicles manufactured on November 10, 2016. The right-hand rear side air bag inflator manifold may have insufficient welds. |
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Consequence:
Insufficient welds could cause the inflator to separate and propel air bag debris into the cabin during a crash. Also, the inflator could fail to inflate during a crash, increasing the risk of injury. |
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Remedy:
GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear side air bag modules, free of charge. The recall began on January 25, 2017. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 16146. |
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| Report Initiator: MFR | V Report | |
| Regulation Part Number: | Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | |
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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. |
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