2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and 2019 GMC Sierra 1500 recall: Air bags: frontal, passenger side, inflator module
Recall at a glance
- Campaign number
- 18V868000
- Reported
- December 6, 2018
- Manufacturer
- General Motors, LLC
- Part
- Air bags: frontal, passenger side, inflator module
- Vehicles affected
- About 154
What is wrong
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Crew Cab and GMC Sierra 1500 Crew Cab vehicles. The passenger-side frontal air bag module may have been damaged during assembly, possibly resulting in the air bag not inflating properly in the event of a crash.
Safety risk
In the event of a crash, an air bag that does not inflate properly can increase the risk of injury.
The fix
GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger side air bag module, free of charge. The recall began on December 18, 2018. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 and GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N182198820.
Affected models
Model years listed by NHTSA for this campaign. Only vehicles within the build range in the notice are affected.
Notes from the notice
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.
Frequently asked questions
Which vehicles are affected by this recall?
Chevrolet Silverado 1500 (2019); GMC Sierra 1500 (2019). Check your VIN to confirm.
What is the safety risk?
In the event of a crash, an air bag that does not inflate properly can increase the risk of injury.
What is the fix?
GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger side air bag module, free of charge. The recall began on December 18, 2018. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 and GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N182198820.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.