Chevrolet Malibu recalled over injury risk

Recall date

May 8, 2015

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

General Motors, LLC recalls 2011–2012 Chevrolet Malibu

Recall number

15V269000

Brand / firm

Chevrolet

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 437,045 units

Why it was recalled

If the cable breaks, the seat occupant may not be properly restrained in the event of a crash, increasing their risk of injury.

What was recalled

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles manufactured April 8, 2010, to October 11, 2012. In the affected vehicles, the flexible steel cables that connect the seat belts to the vehicle at the outside of the driver seat and the front passenger seat may be bent from being sat on while entering the vehicle. This repeated bending may result in the cable breaking.

What to do

GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the outboard lap anchor mounting bracket and inspect the flexible steel cable, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on November 16, 2015. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 15031.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.