2017
This problem appears in the reviewed records for this model year.
See the year recordReported years
Airbags:Sensor:Occupant Classification recall: Chevrolet Malibu years in the records
Official record covers model years 2017 through 2018. A year on this list does not mean every car has the problem.
Years we reviewed
2018
This problem appears in the reviewed records for this model year.
See the year recordWhat to inspect
- 1Check the VIN for this recall and ask for the repair receipt if it was completed.
Sources and limits
Source recordEvidence: High confidence
The records describe a possible crash, fire, injury, or loss of control.
“General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles. During servicing, a Passenger Presence System (PPS) may have been installed that was not correctly calibrated to the vehicle's seat type. As a result, the PPS may not properly identify an adult passenger from a child passenger in the front passenger seat, potentially causing the air bag to not deploy when it should, or causing the air bag to deploy when it shouldn't. In the event of a crash, improper air bag deployment can increase the risk of injury. GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger PPS seat service kit, free of charge. The recall began August 7, 2018. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 18208.”