NHTSA Recall 21V517000: Critical fasteners (air bags) and air bags: frontal
General Motors, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 28 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Chevrolet Bolt EUV.
| NHTSA campaign | 21V517000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | N212340860 |
| Components | AIR BAGS › CRITICAL FASTENERS; AIR BAGS › FRONTAL |
| Report received | July 8, 2021 |
| Owner notification | July 29, 2021 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
General Motors, LLC. (GM) is recalling certain 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EV and Bolt EUV vehicles. One of the two fasteners that secure the driver's frontal air bag to the steering wheel may be missing or improperly tightened.
Safety risk
An improperly installed air bag may not deploy properly in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace as necessary, the driver-side air bag fasteners. If the fasteners cannot be tightened properly, the air bag assembly will be replaced. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 29, 2021. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N212340860.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 21V517000
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.