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2014–2017 Chevrolet Traverse and 2014–2017 GMC Acadia and more recall: Air bags: frontal, driver side, inflator module

NHTSA campaign 23V-334 · May 10, 2023 · General Motors, LLC

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Recall at a glance

Campaign number
23V334000
Reported
May 10, 2023
Manufacturer
General Motors, LLC
Part
Air bags: frontal, driver side, inflator module
Vehicles affected
About 995,085

What is wrong

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2014-2017 Buick Enclave, Chevrolet Traverse, and GMC Acadia vehicles. The driver's air bag inflator may explode during deployment, due to a manufacturing defect.

Safety risk

An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.

The fix

Dealers will replace the driver's air bag module, free of charge. GM began mailing final owner letters February 23, 2024 and will continue mailing through December 2025. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N232404980.

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.nhtsa.gov.

Frequently asked questions

Which vehicles are affected by this recall?

Buick Enclave (2014, 2015, 2016, 2017); Chevrolet Traverse (2014, 2015, 2016, 2017); GMC Acadia (2014, 2015, 2016, 2017). Check your VIN to confirm.

What is the safety risk?

An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.

What is the fix?

Dealers will replace the driver's air bag module, free of charge. GM began mailing final owner letters February 23, 2024 and will continue mailing through December 2025. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N232404980.

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.