General Motors Recalls Almost 1 Million SUVs Due to Airbag Concerns
The automaker will replace the driver’s-side front airbags in 2014-2017 Buick Enclave, Chevrolet Traverse, and GMC Acadia
General Motors is recalling almost a million 2014-2017 Buick Enclave, Chevrolet Traverse, and GMC Acadia SUVs due to concerns of a manufacturing defect in the driver’s-side airbag. The problem could cause an inflator rupture when the airbag is deployed, risking sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants.
In March 2023, GM was notified that a 2017 Chevrolet Traverse crashed and allegedly experienced a ruptured driver’s airbag inflator. An investigation in April by GM and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) confirmed the rupture.
The Details
Vehicles recalled: 2014-2017 Buick Enclave, 2014-2017 Chevrolet Traverse, and 2014-2017 GMC Acadia.
The problem: A driver’s-side front airbag inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.
The fix: Dealers will replace the driver’s airbag module, free of charge.
How to contact the manufacturer: Owners may contact Buick customer service at 800-521-7300, Chevrolet customer service at 800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 800-462-8782.
NHTSA campaign number: 23V334000. GM’s number for this recall is N232404980.
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