NHTSA Recall 16V870000: Air bags: side/window
General Motors LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 113 vehicles. It affects 2017 Chevrolet Malibu.
| NHTSA campaign | 16V870000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 16146 |
| Component | AIR BAGS › SIDE/WINDOW |
| Report received | December 2, 2016 |
| Owner notification | January 25, 2017 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2017 Malibu vehicles manufactured on November 10, 2016. The right-hand rear side air bag inflator manifold may have insufficient welds.
Safety risk
Insufficient welds could cause the inflator to separate and propel air bag debris into the cabin during a crash. Also, the inflator could fail to inflate during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear side air bag modules, free of charge. The recall began on January 25, 2017. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 16146.
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 16V870000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Chevrolet Malibu | 2017 |
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.