NHTSA Recall 11V543000: Air bags
GENERAL MOTORS LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,798 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Chevrolet Express.
| NHTSA campaign | 11V543000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 11302 |
| Component | AIR BAGS |
| Report received | November 8, 2011 |
| Owner notification | November 29, 2011 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
GM is recalling certain model year 2012 chevrolet express and GMC savana vehicles manufactured from june 2, 2011, through october 17, 2011. The second stage of the dual-stage air bag will not inflate in a severe frontal impact. Accordingly, the air bags fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety no. 208, "occupant crash protection."
Safety risk
An improperly deployed air bag will increase the risk of injury to the occupant.
Remedy
GM will notify owners, and dealers will install a new front passenger air bag free of charge. The safety recall began on november 29, 2011. Owners may contact GMC at 1-800-462-8782 or chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020.
Notes
GM's recall campaign number is 11302.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Vehicles covered by recall 11V543000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.