NHTSA Recall 13V566000: Power adjust (seats) and electrical system: wiring
General Motors LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 14,909 vehicles. It affects 2013 Chevrolet Malibu.
| NHTSA campaign | 13V566000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 13342 |
| Components | SEATS › FRONT ASSEMBLY › POWER ADJUST; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › WIRING |
| Report received | November 13, 2013 |
| Owner notification | December 4, 2013 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles manufactured October 25, 2011, through June 29, 2012 and equipped with the 8-way power adjustable front seat feature. The wiring harness for the power seat may contact the seat frame which may chafe the harness.
Safety risk
If the harness is chaffed enough to expose the wires, a short circuit could occur, resulting unintended movement of the seat, the seat to become inoperative, sparking under the seat, flickering lights, smoke, or possibly a fire.
Remedy
GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the wire harness and repair and secure it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began during December 2013. Owners may contact GM at 1-800-521-7300. GM's recall campaign number is 13342.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 13V566000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Chevrolet Malibu | 2013 |
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.