CHEVROLET 2016 CHEVROLET MALIBU Recall
Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2016 CHEVROLET MALIBU
Brand
CHEVROLET
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2016
General Motors LLC is recalling certain 2016 CHEVROLET MALIBU vehicles due to air bags:side/window issues. If the air bag tears during deployment, the air bag may not perform as designed, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2016 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles manufactured November 18, 2015, to June 7, 2016. The fabric of the side-impact air bag cushion may tear during deployment.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
If the air bag tears during deployment, the air bag may not perform as designed, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, replace the air bag module, free of charge. The recall began October 27, 2016. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 16079.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026