NHTSA recall 22V923000
Structure · General Motors, LLC
Details
What's wrong: The front impact bar, a structural portion of the vehicle frame, may not be properly welded to the front frame rail.
Why it matters: An improperly welded front impact bar may result in the front crash sensors not performing correctly, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
The fix: Dealers will inspect the right-hand and left-hand side of the vehicle's motor rail for an incomplete weld. If the condition is found, the vehicle will be repurchased by gm. Owner notification letters were mailed January 20, 2023.
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
All model years NHTSA lists
2022 Chevrolet Malibu, 2023 Chevrolet Malibu.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 22V923000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.