NHTSA recall 12V224000
Electrical System · General Motors, LLC
Details
What's wrong: After an event of hard braking, the sensing and diagnostic module (sdm) may reset itself.
Why it matters: If this occurs during an aggressive turning maneuver, and then afterwards a potential vehicle rollover event is sensed, the roof rail airbag may unintentionally deploy. Additionally, the air bags and/or seatbelt pretensioners may not deploy during a severe crash, increasing the risk of personal…
The fix: Gm will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the sdm. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on June 13, 2012.
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
All model years NHTSA lists
2013 Chevrolet Malibu.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 12V224000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.