The driver's air bag in your vehicle is a safety device that deploys in a crash to protect you. In certain 2014-2017 Buick Enclave, Chevrolet Traverse, or GMC Acadia models, the air bag inflator could fail due to a manufacturing defect.
Risk if Unfixed
If the air bag inflator explodes, it could spray sharp metal fragments at high speed towards you or other passengers, causing serious injury or even death.
Free Fix
Your dealership will replace the faulty driver's air bag module with a new one, at no cost to you. This is a critical repair that you should schedule as soon as possible to ensure your safety on the road.
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Original — What Happened
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2014-2017 Buick Enclave, Chevrolet Traverse, and GMC Acadia vehicles. The driver's air bag inflator may explode during deployment, due to a manufacturing defect.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will replace the driver's air bag module, free of charge. GM began mailing final owner letters February 23, 2024 and will continue mailing through December 2025. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N232404980.
The driver's air bag in your Enclave or Traverse is a safety system designed to protect you in the event of a crash. However, in certain vehicles, the air bag inflator could malfunction and explode.
Risk if Unfixed
If the air bag inflator explodes, it could release sharp metal fragments that could hit you or other passengers, causing serious injury or even death.
Free Fix
Your dealer will replace the faulty driver's air bag module with a safe one, and this service is completely free. You should schedule the repair as soon as you get the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2008-2017 Buick Enclave and 2013-2017 Chevrolet Traverse vehicles. The driver's air bag inflator may explode during deployment, due to a manufacturing defect.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will replace the driver's air bag module, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed on November 3, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed on January 10, 2022. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N212349040.
The side curtain air bags in your vehicle are designed to protect your head and neck in a rollover or side impact. Unfortunately, in some 2010-2015, 2017 Buick Enclaves, 2010-2019 Chevrolet Traverses, and 2011-2016 GMC Acadias, the air bags might not be securely attached to the vehicle.
Risk if Unfixed
If the side curtain air bags aren't properly attached, they might not work as intended in an accident. This could lead to serious injury, especially to your head and neck.
Free Fix
Your dealer will inspect and fix the issue for free. They'll either realign or replace the weld nuts to ensure your air bags are secure. You'll get a notification letter with the details, and you should bring it to the dealer as soon as possible.
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Original — What Happened
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2010-2015, 2017 Buick Enclave, 2010-2019 Chevrolet Traverse, and 2011-2016 GMC Acadia vehicles. The side curtain air bags may not be properly attached.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Unsecured side curtain air bags may not perform as intended, increasing the risk of injury.
Original — Remedy
GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, realign or replace the weld nuts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 24, 2021. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, and GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N202321200.