NHTSA Recall 16V781000: Air bags: side/window
General Motors LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 18 vehicles. It affects 2016 Chevrolet Malibu.
| NHTSA campaign | 16V781000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 16079 |
| Component | AIR BAGS › SIDE/WINDOW |
| Report received | October 26, 2016 |
| Owner notification | October 27, 2016 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
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.
Safety risk
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.
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 16V781000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Chevrolet Malibu | 2016 |
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.