INDIANA – GM has issued a product recall for select examples of 2022 and 2023 Chevy Malibu models due to an issue related to the front impact bar.
At this time, it is currently unknown exactly how many vehicles are affected. However, GM believes that a very small percentage (1 in 2,000) of vehicles have been built with this defect.
Affected vehicles have their front impact bar, a structural component of the vehicle frame, improperly welded to the front frame rail. This issue can be present on either the right- or left-hand side of the vehicle.
If the front impact bar is improperly welded, front crash sensors may not perform as intended, which could undermine occupant protection and increase the risk of injury in a frontal crash.
Certified GM technicians will be instructed to inspect the right-hand and left-hand sides of the vehicle’s motor rail for an incomplete weld. If the condition is found, the vehicle will be repurchased by GM.
GM will notify owners of affected vehicles and instruct them to make an appointment with their dealer. Any owners that are unsure whether or not their vehicle is affected by this recall can visit my.gm.com/recalls and type in their VIN to see any open recalls or other actions that may be active on it. Owners can also reach out to Chevy or the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly with any questions or concerns they may have using the recall number and contact information included below.
Contacts:
- GM recall number: N222380601
- Chevy Customer Service: 1-800-222-1020
- NHTSA (toll-free number): 1-888-327-4236
