Chevrolet Silverado 1500 recalled over injury risk

Recall date

December 6, 2018

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

General Motors, LLC recalls 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Sierra 1500

Recall number

18V868000

Brand / firm

Chevrolet, GMC

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 154 units

Why it was recalled

In the event of a crash, an air bag that does not inflate properly can increase the risk of injury.

What was recalled

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.

What to do

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.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.