General Motors LLC is recalling certain model year 2015 Chevrolet Corvette vehicles manufactured
— Recall Campaign #14V570000
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015 Chevrolet Corvette vehicles manufactured August 20, 2014, to August 27, 2014. In the event of a driver frontal air bag deployment, the driver air bag module back plate may fracture, allowing the driver air bag to separate from the steering wheel.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 89 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
14V570000
| Manufacturer: | General Motors, LLC |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | September 19, 2014 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 14V570000 |
| Units affected: | 89 |
- Description:
- General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015 Chevrolet Corvette vehicles manufactured August 20, 2014, to August 27, 2014. In the event of a driver frontal air bag deployment, the driver air bag module back plate may fracture, allowing the driver air bag to separate from the steering wheel.
- Consequeces:
- An air bag that separates from the steering wheel may increase the risk of injury to the driver in the event of a crash.
- Corrective action:
- GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver side air bag, free of charge. The recall began on October 29, 2014. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 14594.
- 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.