NHTSA recall 16V870000
Air Bags · General Motors, LLC
December 2, 2016report date
113units affected
Vehicle recalltype
Details
What's wrong: The right-hand rear side air bag inflator manifold may have insufficient welds.
Why it matters: 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.
The fix: Gm will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear side air bag modules, free of charge. The recall began on January 25, 2017.
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
All model years NHTSA lists
2017 Chevrolet Malibu.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 16V870000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.