2016 Chevrolet Malibu recall: side/window

General Motors LLC reported this safety recall on March 11, 2016. It covers about 3,137 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 3,137
reported: Mar 11, 2016
owners notified: Apr 14, 2016
related complaints: 18

Air bags: side/window

What is wrong: 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."
Risk: 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.

Recall number 16V151000

Affected vehicles

Chevrolet Malibu 2016 2016

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 18 complaints about airbags problems.

2016 Chevrolet Malibu

Questions about recall 16V151000

Is there a recall on the 2016 Chevrolet Malibu side/window?

Yes. Recall 16V151000, reported on March 11, 2016, covers about 3,137 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 16V151000?

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.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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