General Motors, LLC is recalling certain 2022-2023 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles
— Recall Campaign #22V923000
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles. The front impact bar, a structural portion of the vehicle frame, may not be properly welded to the front frame rail.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 2,108 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
22V923000
| Manufacturer: | General Motors, LLC |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | December 14, 2022 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 22V923000 |
| Units affected: | 2,108 |
- Description:
- General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles. The front impact bar, a structural portion of the vehicle frame, may not be properly welded to the front frame rail.
- Consequeces:
- An improperly welded front impact bar may result in the front crash sensors not performing correctly, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
- Corrective action:
- Dealers will inspect the right-hand and left-hand side of the vehicle's motor rail for an incomplete weld. If the condition is found, the vehicle will be repurchased by GM. Owner notification letters were mailed January 20, 2023. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020.
- 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.