Recall
Chevrolet Malibu — 13V024000
NHTSA ID
13V024000
Make
Chevrolet
Model
Malibu
Years Affected
2013
Recall Date
2013-01-23
Component
SUSPENSION:REAR
Units Affected
8,519
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
13008
Summary
General Motors is recalling certain model year 2013 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles, manufactured December 6, 2011, through January 15, 2013. One or more rear suspension bolts may not have been tightened to the specified torque. This may lead to sudden changes in vehicle handling.
Consequence
Sudden changes in vehicle handling may increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
General Motors will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and retighten the bolts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notifications have already begun and will be completed shortly. Owners may contact General Motors at 1-800-521-7300.