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2016 CHEVROLET MALIBU Recalled by General Motors LLC — AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW

Date: October 26, 2016
Company: General Motors LLC
Status: Ongoing
Source: NHTSA

What You Should Do

Stop using this product immediately. Do not consume, use, or distribute it.

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.

Affected Products

2016 CHEVROLET MALIBU. 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.

Why Was This Recalled?

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.

Where Was This Sold?

Nationwide

About General Motors LLC

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Data sourced from the NHTSA. Last updated March 27, 2026. View original report