Recall 14V-400: 2000–2005 Chevrolet Impala, 1997–2003 Chevrolet Malibu and 6 more
General Motors LLC recall for electrical system, reported to NHTSA on Jul 3, 2014, covering about 5,877,718 vehicles.
The problem
This defect can affect the safe operation of the airbag system. Until this recall is performed, customers should remove all items from their key rings, leaving only the ignition key. The key fob (if applicable), should also be removed from the key ring. General Motors LLC (GM) notified the agency on July 3, 2014, that they are recalling 5,877,718 model year 2000-2005 Chevrolet Impala and Monte Carlo, 1997-2003 Chevrolet Malibu, 2004-2005 Malibu Classic, 1999-2004 Oldsmobile Alero, 1998-2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue, 1999-2005 Pontiac Grand Am and 2004-2008 Pontiac Grand Prix vehicles. In these models, the weight on the key ring and/or road conditions or some other jarring event may cause the ignition switch to move out of the run position, turning off the engine.
The risk
If the key is not in the run position, the air bags may not deploy if the vehicle is involved in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix
GM will notify owners, and dealers will install two key rings and an insert in the key slot or a cover over the key head on all ignition keys, free of charge. The recall began on September 9, 2014. GM's number for this recall is 14350.
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.safercar.gov.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | General Motors LLC |
|---|---|
| Component | Electrical System › Ignition |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 14V400000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Chevrolet Impala | 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005 | All years |
| Chevrolet Malibu | 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003 | All years |
| Chevrolet Malibu Classic | 2004, 2005 | All years |
| Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005 | All years |
| Oldsmobile Alero | 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004 | All years |
| Oldsmobile Intrigue | 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002 | All years |
| Pontiac Grand AM | 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005 | All years |
| Pontiac Grand Prix | 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 14V-400?
This defect can affect the safe operation of the airbag system. Until this recall is performed, customers should remove all items from their key rings, leaving only the ignition key. The key fob (if applicable), should also be removed from the key ring. General Motors LLC (GM) notified the agency on July 3, 2014, that they are recalling 5,877,718 model year 2000-2005 Chevrolet Impala and Monte Carlo, 1997-2003 Chevrolet Malibu, 2004-2005 Malibu Classic, 1999-2004 Oldsmobile Alero, 1998-2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue, 1999-2005 Pontiac Grand Am and 2004-2008 Pontiac Grand Prix vehicles. In these models, the weight on the key ring and/or road conditions or some other jarring event may cause the ignition switch to move out of the run position, turning off the engine.
How is recall 14V-400 fixed?
GM will notify owners, and dealers will install two key rings and an insert in the key slot or a cover over the key head on all ignition keys, free of charge. The recall began on September 9, 2014. GM's number for this recall is 14350.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.