Recall 18V-868: 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 2019 GMC Sierra 1500

General Motors LLC recall for air bags, reported to NHTSA on Dec 6, 2018, covering about 154 vehicles.

NHTSA number
18V-868
Report date
Dec 6, 2018
Vehicles affected
154
Owners notified
Dec 18, 2018

The problem

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.

The risk

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

The fix

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.

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

ManufacturerGeneral Motors LLC
ComponentAir Bags › Frontal › Passenger Side › Inflator Module
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number18V868000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Chevrolet Silverado 15002019All years
GMC Sierra 15002019All 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 18V-868?

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.

How is recall 18V-868 fixed?

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.

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.