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2016 Chevrolet Malibu Recall NHTSA 16V781000

Release Date:
Applicable Country:
USA
NHTSA Campaign Number:
16V781000
Manufacturer:
General Motors LLC
Component(s):
  • AIR BAGS
    • SIDE/WINDOW

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.

Remedy

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.

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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