1997 Chevrolet Malibu recall: frontal
General Motors Corp. reported this safety recall on June 28, 1997. It covers about 16,099 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 16,099
- reported
- Jun 28, 1997
- owners notified
- Jul 15, 1997
- related complaints
- 25
Air bags: frontal
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The fasteners that secure the passenger air bag module to the instrument panel tie bar were omitted.
- Risk
- If the air bag deploys, the module could separate from the instrument panel striking and injuring an occupant.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the air bag module for the presence of the fasteners and, if necessary, install any fasteners that may have been omitted.
Recall number 97V107000
Affected vehicles
- Chevrolet Malibu 1997 1997
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 25 complaints about airbags problems.
Questions about recall 97V107000
Is there a recall on the 1997 Chevrolet Malibu frontal?
Yes. Recall 97V107000, reported on June 28, 1997, covers about 16,099 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 97V107000?
Dealers will inspect the air bag module for the presence of the fasteners and, if necessary, install any fasteners that may have been omitted.
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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