Recall
Chevrolet Malibu — 16V781000
NHTSA ID
16V781000
Make
Chevrolet
Model
Malibu
Years Affected
2016
Recall Date
2016-10-26
Component
AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW
Units Affected
18
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
16079
Summary
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2016 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles manufactured November 18, 2015, to June 7, 2016. The fabric of the side-impact air bag cushion may tear during deployment.
Consequence
If the air bag tears during deployment, the air bag may not perform as designed, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy
GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, replace the air bag module, free of charge. The recall began October 27, 2016. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 16079.