January 14, 2020 NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V011000
Passenger Air Bag Inflators May Explode
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the front passenger or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V011
Manufacturer General Motors
LLC
Components AIR BAGS
Potential Number of Units Affected 699
Summary
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2007-2008 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 and 3500 and GMC Sierra 2500 and 3500 vehicles equipped with non-desiccated, passenger frontal air bag inflators containing phase stabilized ammonium nitrate (PSAN) propellant that were used as interim remedy parts for previous Takata recalls. These inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high temperature cycling.
Remedy
GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflators, free of charge. The recall began February 11, 2020. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-866-522-9559. GM’s number for this recall is N192290990.
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.
Check if your Vehicle has a Recall
IMPORTANT SAFETY RECALL
February 2020
This notice applies to your vehicle, VIN: _____________________________________
Dear General Motors Customer:
This notice is sent to you in accordance with the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act.
TK Global LLC (“Takata”) has decided that a defect which relates to motor vehicle safety exists in certain 2007-2008 model year Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra 2500/3500 series heavy duty pickup trucks. As a result, GM is conducting a safety recall. We apologize for this inconvenience. However, we are concerned about your safety and continued satisfaction with our products.
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| Why is your vehicle being recalled? | Takata has determined that some of the front passenger air bag inflators in these vehicles may experience an alteration over time, which could lead to overaggressive combustion in the event of an air bag deployment. This condition could create excessive internal pressure when the air bag is deployed, which could result in the body of the inflator rupturing upon deployment. In the event of an inflator rupture, metal fragments could pass through the air bag cushion material, which may result in injury or death to vehicle occupants. |
| What will we do? | Your GM will replace the front passenger air bag inflator module. This service will be performed for you at no charge. Because of service scheduling requirements, it is likely that your dealer will need your vehicle longer than the actual service correction time of approximately one hour. |
| What should you do? | You should contact your GM dealer to arrange a service appointment as soon as possible. |
| Do you have questions? | If you have questions or concerns that your dealer is unable to resolve, please contact the appropriate Customer Assistance Center at the number listed below. |
| Division | Number | Text Telephones (TTY) |
| Chevrolet | 1-800-630-2438 | 1-800-833-2438 |
| GMC | 1-866-996-9463 | 1-800-462-8583 |
| Puerto Rico – English | 1-800-496-9992 | |
| Puerto Rico – Español | 1-800-496-9993 | |
| Virgin Islands | 1-800-496-9994 |
If after contacting your dealer and the Customer Assistance Center, you are still not satisfied we have done our best to remedy this condition without charge and within a reasonable time, you may wish to write the Administrator, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, Washington, DC 20590, or call the toll-free Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1.888.327.4236 (TTY 1.800.424.9153), or go to https://www.safercar.gov. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Campaign ID Number for this recall is 20V011.
Federal regulation requires that any vehicle lessor receiving this recall notice must forward a copy of this notice to the lessee within ten days.
Maryann L. Combs
Vice President
Global Vehicle Safety
GM Recall: N192290990
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for Safety Recall N192290990
Front Passenger Air Bag Inflator
These questions and answers are being provided to help GM dealers respond to inquiries from involved vehicle owners about the Safety recall identified above.
| Q1) | Which vehicles are involved? |
| A1) | Certain 2007-2008 model year Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra 2500/3500 series heavy duty pickup trucks.
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| Q2) | What is the issue or condition? |
| A2) | Takata has determined that some of the front passenger air bag inflators in these vehicles may experience an alteration over time, which could lead to overaggressive combustion in the event of an air bag deployment. This condition could create excessive internal pressure when the air bag is deployed, which could result in the body of the inflator rupturing upon deployment.
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| Q3) | What symptoms may be experienced? What warning signs may be associated with the issue or condition described? |
| A3) | None
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| Q4) | What is the remedy/repair? |
| A4) | Dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator module.
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| Q5) | What is the safety risk? Is the vehicle safe to drive? |
| A5) | In the event of an inflator rupture, metal fragments could pass through the air bag cushion material, which may result in injury or death to vehicle occupants.
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| Q6) | Does the customer have to pay for this remedy/repair? |
| A6) | No, this inspection/repair will be done at no cost to the customer.
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| Q7) | Is the remedy/repair available now? |
| A7) | Yes, the remedy/repair is available now, please see the attached bulletin for details.
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| Q8) | What should customers do until recall repairs can be completed? Are there any special instructions? |
| A8) | If special instructions are provided, they will be included in the notification letters to customers.
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| Q9) | How can customers check to see if their vehicle is involved in this field action? |
| A9) | Customers who own a vehicle involved in the field action will be notified by mail by General Motors, but they may also check their Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) for field actions in GM Owner Center at https://my.gm.com/recalls or via NHTSA’s website at https://vinrcl.safercar.gov/vin/.
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| Q10) | If customers are concerned, can they get a rental car or courtesy transportation? |
| A10) | Courtesy transportation is available for customers whose vehicles are involved in this recall and are within the warranty coverage period for the warranty which is associated with this recall. Please refer to Warranty Administration Bulletin #17-NA-073: Field Action Courtesy Transportation Policy for further information.
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Release Date: January 2020 Revision: 01
Revision Description: This bulletin has been updated to add the customer letter. Please discard all previous
copies of N192290990.
Attention: It is a violation of Federal law for a dealer to deliver a new motor vehicle or any new or used item of motor
vehicle equipment (including a tire) covered by this notification under a sale or lease until the defect or
noncompliance is remedied.
All involved vehicles that are in dealer inventory must be held and not delivered to customers, dealer
traded, or used for demonstration purposes until the repair contained in this bulletin has been performed
on the vehicle.
Make Model
Model Year
From To RPO Description
Chevrolet Silverado 2500/3500 HD 2007 2008
GMC Sierra 2500/3500 HD 2007 2008
Involved vehicles are marked “open” on the Investigate Vehicle History screen in GM Global Warranty Management
system. This site should always be checked to confirm vehicle involvement prior to beginning any required inspections
and/or repairs.
Condition TK Global LLC (“Takata”) has decided that a defect which relates to motor vehicle safety exists in certain
2007-2008 model year Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra 2500/3500 series heavy duty pickup trucks.
Takata has determined that some of the front passenger air bag inflators in these vehicles may
experience an alteration over time, which could lead to overaggressive combustion in the event of an air
bag deployment. This condition could create excessive internal pressure when the air bag is deployed,
which could result in the body of the inflator rupturing upon deployment. In the event of an inflator rupture,
metal fragments could pass through the air bag cushion material, which may result in injury or death to
vehicle occupants.
Correction Dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator module.
Parts
Parts required to complete this recall are to be obtained from General Motors Customer Care and Aftersales
(GMCCA). Please refer to your “involved vehicles listing” before ordering parts. Parts are currently in limited supply,
dealers are encouraged not to order recall parts for use as shelf stock. It is estimated that only 699 involved vehicles will
require parts replaced. Parts may have quantity limiters in effect.
IMPORTANT: Due to flight restrictions for hazardous goods shipments, dealer orders may arrive via FedEx or with your
normal PDC delivery. Therefore, dealers should order ONLY as DRO = Daily Replenishment Order or CSO = Customer
Special Order. Please do not place orders as SPAC; it will delay shipment of the order and will not provide
visibility. Please note, parts will not be shipped overnight. Plan accordingly for transit time to reach your facility.
Reminder: Parts may be removed from RIM management. Dealers should review the affected parts to confirm RIM
managed status.
Quantity Part Name Part No.
1 Front Passenger Air Bag Inflator Kit 84255088
Important: Do not discard or destroy the box containing the new passenger air bag inflator, it will be needed to return the
used inflator. The box contains special instructions for the packaging and shipment of the used inflator. The instructions
must be followed without exception. DO NOT DEPLOY ANY INFLATOR.
Special Tools
All U.S. dealers have been shipped the required air bag mounting bracket, shown below, to replace the front passenger
air bag inflator module. These brackets were provided to dealers by General Motors through Bosch Automotive Service
Solutions in late 2015. The Bosch tool number is EL-51377. If your dealership does not have the air bag mounting
bracket, do not attempt to perform this service procedure and immediately contact Bosch at 1-800-GM-TOOLS for
assistance. Attempting to replace the front passenger air bag inflator module without using the bracket poses a safety
risk for the technician and anyone else in the area.
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(1) Mounting Bracket (2) Support Bars (3) Support Bar Hardware (4) Air bag Mounting Hardware.
Warranty Information
Labor Operation
Description
Labor Time
Trans. Type
Net Item
9104664
Replace Front Passenger Air Bag Inflator Module
Add: SLT Trim Level – GMC Only
Add: LTZ Trim Level – Chevrolet Only
0.7*
0.1
0.1
ZFAT
N/A
Submit a $20.00 administrative allowance for return of the used front passenger air bag inflator assembly (document preparation and packaging). Add this amount in the Administrative Allowance Net Item field when submitting the repair transaction.
Service Procedure
Note: Dealers are required to use the air bag mounting bracket to perform the front passenger air bag inflator module replacement procedure. If the air bag mounting bracket is not available, do not proceed with this repair.
Warning: Do not deploy or discard the air bag inflator module.
Remove the instrument panel passenger air bag assembly from the vehicle. Refer to Air Bag Instrument Panel Module Replacement in SI.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Warning: If an air bag system is not handled using proper procedures and methods, it may be activated accidentally during work resulting in a life-threatening serious accident. If the service procedure is NOT performed correctly, the system may fail to activate when needed. Be sure to perform the proper work safely and according to the instructions in this service procedure.
1. Eliminate Static Electricity. Before start of work, touch a metallic portion of the vehicle with a bare hand to discharge static electricity charged on your body.
2. DO NOT Measure Resistance. DO NOT measure resistance of air bag components. Measuring current of a circuit tester may cause accidental activation.
3. Handle the air bag properly. If an inflator is dropped, replace it with a NEW inflator.
4. DO NOT allow foreign objects near the air bag. Collect and account for all removed nuts/bolts to prevent them from landing in the air bag assembly. Any foreign objects in the air bag assembly may cause damage or injury if the air bag is activated.
5. Wear protective equipment. Always wear appropriate protective equipment when working on the air bag.
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FRONT PASSENGER AIR BAG INFLATOR MODULE REPLACEMENT
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Danger: To avoid personal injury or death, it is critical to use an air bag module bracket when replacing an inflator module. Carefully read and follow the instructions below:
1. Confirm the bracket assembly is installed securely in the vice.
2. Confirm there are no loose objects or people exposed to the back side of the bracket for safety in the unlikely event of air bag deployment due to improper work procedures. The air bag is NOT being replaced due to an inadvertent deployment concern.
3. Confirm that no objects, tools or people are within 3 feet (1 meter) of the back side of the bracket.
4. Confirm that no objects, tools or people are within 2 feet (0.6 meters) of the sides of the bracket.
5. BEFORE starting work and periodically while working on the air bag module, touch a metallic part of the work bench to discharge static electricity in the body.
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1. Mount the air bag module bracket securely in a vice.
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2. Using the hardware kit supplied with the module bracket, loosely mount the airbag assembly to the bracket using two nuts and bolts.
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3. Position the air bag so that all four stopper plate nuts can be removed through the access holes.
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4. Tighten the two fasteners that attach the airbag to the module bracket.
5. Confirm the following steps have been completed BEFORE proceeding to the next step:
• The mounting bracket is secure in the vise.
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• The air bag module is secured to the bracket.
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Danger: To avoid personal injury, ALWAYS keep as much of your body as possible in front of the bracket when working on the air bag assembly. Remember to periodically touch a metallic part of the vehicle or work bench to discharge static electricity in the body. DO NOT use power tools when performing the inflator removal/reinstallation steps.
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6. Note the orientation between the inflator and the stopper plate.
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7. Use the access holes in the bracket to loosen and remove the four self-locking nuts. Discard the nuts, they will not be reused.
8. Remove the two stopper plates.
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9. Disengage the wire harness locator from the housing.
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10. Gently push in the 4 studs to loosen the inflator for removal.
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11. Remove the inflator from the housing, slide the inflator away from the harness side.
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12. Put a mark on the removed inflator and store it in the provided replacement part box. Refer to the packaging instructions that were included with the new inflator module kit.
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13. Record the serial number from the service inflator kit on the repair order.
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14. Carefully slide the new inflator into the air bag assembly. Ensure the inflator is installed with the harness end first.
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15. Confirm the identification of the stopper and the position determining plate. THEY ARE DIFFERENT. Refer to the illustration: (1) Stopper Plate (2) Position Determining Plate.
16. The Position determining Plate goes on the harness end, the Stopper Plate goes on the opposite end.
17. Loosely install the two plates using the 4 new nuts supplied with the inflator kit, DO NOT TIGHTEN.
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18. Rotate the inflator until the harness connector aligns with the Position Orientating Plate.
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Warning: DO NOT pinch the harness between the inflator and the Position Orientating Plate.
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19. Tighten four (4) NEW plate nuts evenly in several increments in the order shown in the illustration using a 10 mm socket driver while pushing the inflator. You will encounter some resistance during tightening because these nuts are self-locking nuts. Torque Specification: 6.5 Nm (57.53 in-lb)
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20. Install the wire harness locator to the housing.
21. Remove the air bag assembly from the bracket by removing the two bolts and the air bag assembly.
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22. Mark the air bag module with an X at the right side if the ID tag.
23. Reinstall the instrument panel passenger air bag assembly. Refer to Air Bag Instrument Panel Module Replacement in SI.
24. The box that the new passenger air bag inflator was shipped in must be utilized to return the used inflator. The box contains special instructions for the packaging and shipment of the used inflator. The instructions must be followed without exception. If the original box is not available or you have questions about the special shipping instructions, please contact your District Service Manager- Aftersales for assistance. DO NOT DEPLOY ANY INFLATOR.
Dealer Responsibility – For USA (USA States, Territories, and Possessions)
It is a violation of Federal law for a dealer to deliver a new motor vehicle or any new or used item of motor vehicle equipment (including a tire) covered by this notification under a sale or lease until the defect or noncompliance is remedied.
The US National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act provides that each vehicle that is subject to a recall of this type must be adequately repaired within a reasonable time after the customer has tendered it for repair. A failure to repair within sixty days after tender of a vehicle is prima facie evidence of failure to repair within a reasonable time. If the condition is not adequately repaired within a reasonable time, the customer may be entitled to an identical or reasonably equivalent vehicle at no charge or to a refund of the purchase price less a reasonable allowance for depreciation. To avoid having to provide these burdensome remedies, every effort must be made to promptly schedule an appointment with each customer and to repair their vehicle as soon as possible. In the recall notification letters, customers are told how to contact the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration if the recall is not completed within a reasonable time.
Dealer Responsibility – All
All new, used, GM Certified Used, courtesy transportation vehicles, dealer shuttle vehicles, etc. in dealers’ possession and subject to this recall must be held and inspected/repaired per the service procedure of this bulletin before customers take possession of these vehicles. Involved vehicles must be held and not delivered to customers, dealer-traded, released to auction, used for demonstration, or any other purpose.
All GM Certified Used vehicles currently in the dealers’ inventory within the Certified Pre-Owned Inventory System (CPOIS) will be de-certified and must be held and remedied per the service procedure in this bulletin. Upon submitting an accepted/paid warranty transaction in the Global Warranty Management (GWM) system, the vehicle can be re-certified for sale within the CPOIS system, or once again be used in the CTP program.
Dealers are to service all vehicles subject to this recall at no charge to customers, regardless of mileage, age of vehicle, or ownership, from this time forward.
Customers who have recently purchased vehicles sold from your vehicle inventory, and for which there is no customer information indicated on the dealer listing, are to be contacted by the dealer. Arrangements are to be made to make the required correction according to the instructions contained in this bulletin. A copy of the customer letter is provided in this bulletin for your use in contacting customers. Recall follow-up cards should not be used for this purpose, since the customer may not as yet have received the notification letter.
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In summary, whenever a vehicle subject to this field action enters your vehicle inventory you must take the steps necessary to ensure the program correction has been made before selling the vehicle. In addition, for vehicles entering your facility for service, you are required to ensure the customer is aware of the open field action and make every reasonable effort to implement the program correction as set forth in this bulletin prior to releasing the vehicle.
Dealer Reports
For dealers with involved vehicles, a listing with involved vehicles has been prepared and will be provided to U.S. and Canadian dealers through the GM GlobalConnect Recall Reports or sent directly to export dealers. The listing may contain customer names and addresses obtained from Motor Vehicle Registration Records. The use of such motor vehicle registration data for any purpose other than follow-up necessary to complete this recall is a violation of law in several states/provinces/countries. Accordingly, you are urged to limit the use of this report to the follow-up necessary to complete this recall.
Customer Notification
USA – General Motors will notify customers of this recall on their vehicle (see copy of customer letter included with this bulletin).
GM bulletins are intended for use by professional technicians, NOT a “do-it-yourselfer”. They are written to inform these technicians of conditions that may occur on some vehicles, or to provide information that could assist in the proper service of a vehicle. Properly trained technicians have the tools, equipment, safety instructions, and know-how to do a job properly and safely. If a condition is described, DO NOT assume that the bulletin applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle will have that condition. See your dealer for information on whether your vehicle may benefit from the information.
We Support Voluntary Technician Certification
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IMPORTANT SAFETY RECALL
February 2020
This notice applies to your vehicle, VIN: _____________________________________
Dear General Motors Customer:
This notice is sent to you in accordance with the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act.
TK Global LLC (“Takata”) has decided that a defect which relates to motor vehicle safety exists in certain 2007-2008 model year Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra 2500/3500 series heavy duty pickup trucks. As a result, GM is conducting a safety recall. We apologize for this inconvenience. However, we are concerned about your safety and continued satisfaction with our products.
IMPORTANT
• Your vehicle is involved in GM safety recall N192290990.
• Schedule an appointment with your GM dealer.
• This service will be performed for you at no charge.
Why is your vehicle being recalled?
Takata has determined that some of the front passenger air bag inflators in these vehicles may experience an alteration over time, which could lead to overaggressive combustion in the event of an air bag deployment. This condition could create excessive internal pressure when the air bag is deployed, which could result in the body of the inflator rupturing upon deployment. In the event of an inflator rupture, metal fragments could pass through the air bag cushion material, which may result in injury or death to vehicle occupants.
What will we do?
Your GM will replace the front passenger air bag inflator module. This service will be performed for you at no charge. Because of service scheduling requirements, it is likely that your dealer will need your vehicle longer than the actual service correction time of approximately one hour.
What should you do?
You should contact your GM dealer to arrange a service appointment as soon as possible.
Do you have questions?
If you have questions or concerns that your dealer is unable to resolve, please contact the appropriate Customer Assistance Center at the number listed below.
Division
Number
Text Telephones (TTY)
Chevrolet
1-800-630-2438
1-800-833-2438
GMC
1-866-996-9463
1-800-462-8583
Puerto Rico – English
1-800-496-9992
Puerto Rico – Español
1-800-496-9993
Virgin Islands
1-800-496-9994
If after contacting your dealer and the Customer Assistance Center, you are still not satisfied we have done our best to remedy this condition without charge and within a reasonable time, you may wish to write the Administrator, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, Washington, DC 20590, or call the toll-free Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1.888.327.4236 (TTY 1.800.424.9153), or go to https://www.safercar.gov. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Campaign ID Number for this recall is 20V011.
Federal regulation requires that any vehicle lessor receiving this recall notice must forward a copy of this notice to the lessee within ten days.
Maryann L. Combs
Vice President
Global Vehicle Safety
GM Recall: N192290990
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GLOBAL SAFETY FIELD INVESTIGATIONS
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URGENT – DISTRIBUTE IMMEDIATELY
Date: January 31, 2020
Subject: N192290990 01 Safety Recall
Front Passenger Air Bag Inflator – US Only
Customer Letter Added
Models: 2007-2008 Chevrolet Silverado 2500/3500 HD
2007-2008 GMC Sierra 2500/3500 HD
To: All General Motors Dealers
This bulletin has been updated to add the customer letter. Please discard all previous copies of N192290990.
Question and Answer Document (Q&A)
Attached to this message you will find a document that addresses the ten most likely questions customers may have regarding this Safety Recall. Please use this information as an aid to confidently answer customer concerns.
Customer Letter Mailing
The customer letter mailing will begin on February 5, 2020.
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GLOBAL SAFETY FIELD INVESTIGATIONS
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GLOBAL SAFETY FIELD INVESTIGATIONS
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URGENT – DISTRIBUTE IMMEDIATELY
Date: January 10, 2020
Subject: N192290990 Safety Recall
Front Passenger Air Bag Inflator – US Only
Models: 2007-2008 Chevrolet Silverado 2500/3500 HD
2007-2008 GMC Sierra 2500/3500 HD
To: All General Motors Dealers
General Motors is releasing Safety Recall N192290990 today. The total number of U.S. vehicles involved is approximately 699. Please see the attached bulletin for details.
Question and Answer Document (Q&A)
Attached to this message you will find a document that addresses the ten most likely questions customers may have regarding this Safety Recall. Please use this information as an aid to confidently answer customer concerns.
Customer Letter Mailing
The customer letter mailing will begin in the near future.
Global Warranty Management (GWM)
The Required Field Action section on the Investigate Vehicle History (IVH) screen will be updated January 10, 2020. Please hold all warranty transactions until IVH has been updated.
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8 Affected Products
Vehicles
| MAKE | MODEL | YEAR |
| CHEVROLET | SILVERADO 2500 | 2007-2008 |
| CHEVROLET | SILVERADO 3500 | 2007-2008 |
| GMC | SIERRA 2500 | 2007-2008 |
| GMC | SIERRA 3500 | 2007-2008 |
12 Associated Documents
Defect Notice 573 Report
RCLRPT-20V011-8551.PDF 214.665KB
Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc)
Safety Bulletin
RCSB-20V011-2612.pdf 1271.371KB
Safety Bulletin
RCSB-20V011-3241.pdf 1258.804KB
Miscellaneous Document – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for Safety Recall N192290990 Front Passenger Air Bag Inflator
RMISC-20V011-0546.pdf 34.597KB
Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc)
Recall Quarterly Report #2, 2020-2
RCLQRT-20V011-6109.PDF 211.233KB
Recall Quarterly Report #1, 2020-1
RCLQRT-20V011-3658.PDF 211.139KB
Recall Acknowledgement
RCAK-20V011-9185.pdf 244.486KB
Miscellaneous Document – Frequently Asked Questions
RMISC-20V011-0075.pdf 34.597KB
ISSUED Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)
RCONL-20V011-7478.pdf 76.551KB
Recall Quarterly Report #3, 2020-3
RCLQRT-20V011-1410.PDF 211.322KB
Latest Recalls Documents
1 Associated Investigation
Air Bag Inflator Rupture
NHTSA ID: EA15001
Dated opened: February 24, 2015
The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened PE14-016 in June 2014 based on six inflator rupture incidents involving consumer owned vehicles produced by five vehicle manufacturers. All six vehicles were operated in Florida or Puerto Rico at the time of the rupture and for the majority of their service life, and were equipped with inflators produced by Takata, a tier-one supplier of automotive air bag systems.
During the course of PE14-016, ODI determined that five additional vehicle manufacturers used inflators of a similar design and vintage also supplied by Takata. No evidence of field failures was found in vehicles produced by these five additional manufacturers. Nonetheless, at ODI’s insistence, all 10 vehicle manufacturers initiated a regional recall within approximately two weeks of the opening of the investigation. The regions recalled initially included Florida, Puerto Rico, Hawaii, and the U.S. Virgin Islands, areas with high absolute humidity and climatic conditions believed to be a significant factor in the inflator ruptures. As part of the recall actions, inflators removed from remedied vehicles are to be returned to Takata for testing.
Takata’s initial test results on passenger inflators from remedied vehicles indicated a much higher than anticipated rupture frequency for inflators returned from Florida. Accordingly ODI requested all 10 manufacturers expand the regional recalls for passenger inflators to include other geographic areas where high absolute humidity conditions exist, including the Gulf States and other coastal areas. Takata’s testing of the passenger inflators to date continues to indicate this geographic area as having the highest risk, with no ruptures occurring from inflators returned from outside the expanded recall regions. During PE14-016 four additional passenger inflator field events occurred, all in vehicles from the same expanded geographic region.
Also during PE14-016 four additional driver inflator field events occurred including two in vehicles from regions not known for high absolute humidity, specifically California and North Carolina. Accordingly, ODI requested all five of the affected vehicle manufacturers currently using the subject Takata driver inflators expand to nationwide recalls. Significantly, neither of the affected vehicle manufacturers or Takata provided any explanation to account for these two driver air bag inflator ruptures outside the area of high absolute humidity. Takata testing of returned driver inflators indicates a lower rupture frequency as compared to passenger inflator testing. All test ruptures reported by Takata to date have occurred on inflators returned from high absolute humidity areas.
The investigation now includes all manufacturers and vehicles known to be affected at this time. ODI’s investigation will focus on, among other things, root cause analysis, other potential defect consequences, identification of affected vehicles scope, and adequacy of the remedy.
The five ODI reports cited above can be reviewed online at https://www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/owners/SearchNHTSAID under the following identification numbers: 10537899, 10568848, 10585224, 10605877, 10651492
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- [5 in 1 Car Diagnostic Scanner] Compared with obd scanners (50-100), NT604 Elite code scanner not only includes their OBDII diagnosis but also serves as ABS/SRS scanner, transmission and check engine code reader. When it’s an odb2 scanner, you can use it to check if your car is ready for annual test through I/M readiness menu. In addition, live data stream, built-in DTC library, data play back and print, all these features are a big plus for it. Note: doesn't support maintenance functions like reset or relearn. For the SRS system, NT604 Elite can read and clear common fault codes not caused by a crash, but crash/collision data cannot be cleared.
- [Fantastic AUTOVIN] + [No extra software fee] Through the AUTOVIN menu, this NT604 Elite car scanner allows you to get your V-IN and vehicle info rapidly, no need to take time to find your V-IN and input one by one. What's more, the NT604 Elite ABS SRS scanner supports 60+ car brands from worldwide (America/Asia/Europe). You don’t need to pay extra software fee. AUTOVIN may not work on some older vehicles or certain vehicle brands. If AUTOVIN fails, please input the vin code manually or go to the Diagnostic Menu to select your vehicle model.
- [Solid protective case KO plastic carrying bag] + [Lifetime update] Almost all same price-level car scanner diagnostic tool only offers plastic bag to hold the scanner.However, NT604 Elite automotive scanner is equipped with solid protective case, preventing your obd2 scanner from damage. Then you don’t need to pay extra money to buy a solid toolbox.
- 【Reset ABS/SRS/Transmission/Engine Lights】 More than an check engine code reader, OBDMATE OM901 obd2 scanner performs comprehensive diagnostics for the 4 most-used systems (ABS/SRS/Engine/Transmission). It quickly clears fault codes, turns off warning lights, read data stream and auto VIN.
- 【3.5" Handheld Scanner with 4 System Diagnose】 3.5" Super large TFT screen equipped displays an intuitive menu and clear readings of various sensors from ABS, SRS, ECM and TCM systems. It arrived with a silicone protective case and hard-shell carrying case, ensuring long-lived durability and drop resistance. The car diagnostic tool is plug-to-play designed, plug it and get diagnosis started without any batteries or updates required.
- 【One-Click I/M Readines&Full OBD2 Functions】 Press F1 to get an intuitive corloured form about whether various emissions-related systems on the vehicle are operating properly. Help you get smog-check ready quickly. OM901 car scanner supports all essential OBD2 functions you need: read & clear codes, view freeze frame, read I/M readiness, retrieve VIN, live data stream (with graphing display), O2 sensor test, onboard monitoring mode, and EVAP leak test.
- 【Battery Voltage Check&DLC Pin Test】 It allows you to monitor battery health by monitoring current battery voltage. Plus, this obd2 diagnostic tool features DLC 16-PIN test to check current voltage of every pin.
- 【Automotive Scanner Diagnostic Kit】 The package comes with 1 car scanner, 1 USB-type c cable, 1 hard storage bag and 1 user manual(en). Free to update without any hidden fees. 5 languanges available in setting including English, French, Italian, German and Espanish. Valuable and Portable, making it a great tool kit for car owners, DIY enthusiasts, and professional mechanics.
- 【4 SYSTEMS DIAGNOSTICS OBD2 SCANNER】- More than a standard check engine code reader, this OBD2 scanner diagnostic tool covers Engine, Transmission, SRS (Airbag), and ABS (Anti-lock Brakes) – detecting 90%+ vehicle faults that basic obd scanners miss. It’s a professional car diagnostic scanner designed for both DIYers and small repair shops, saving you trips to expensive mechanics.
- 【3 ESSENTIAL RESET FUNCTIONS FOR HOME MAINTENANCE】-Built-in Oil Reset, EPB Reset, and Battery Match – this car scanner diagnostic tool lets you complete maintenance tasks at home: clear oil change reminders, reset electronic parking brakes after pad replacement, and calibrate new batteries. Skip 50−100$ dealer fees with a scanner for car that turns complex jobs into 5-minute tasks.
- 【COMPATIBILITY WITH 1996+ CARS & SMALL TURCKS】-As a Code reader for cars and small trucks, it supports 9 OBDII protocols (SAE J1850 PWM/SAE J1850 VPW/IS09 141-2/IS0 14230-4 KWP/IS0 15765-4 CAN ETC.) – compatible with most of 1996+ gasoline vehicles and small trucks. Auto VIN automatically identifies your vehicle, making it the easiest vehicle code reader for beginners to use right out of the box.
- 【14 BASIC DIAGNOSTIC FEATURES FOR ALL SCENARIOS】-This car code reader includes Read/Clear DTCs, Live Data Graphs, I/M Readiness Status, Freeze Frame Data, Battery Test, and Oxygen Sensor Monitoring – everything you need for smog test prep, used car inspections, and daily fault checks. It's not just an engine code reader,also a complete diagnostic scanner for all vehicles.
- 【LIFETIME WIFI UPDATES FOR ONGOING COMPATIBILITY】-Unlike outdated odb2 scanners that require paid subscriptions, this OBD2 scanner offers lifetime WiFi updates – get the latest DTC library (100000+ codes) and new vehicle coverage quarterly. No computer needed: connect to WiFi directly, and your car reader diagnostic stays compatible with new models for years.
- [Diagnose Like a Pro] BlueDriver Pro Next-Gen is a professional OBD2 scanner and diagnostic tool that helps you scan, understand, and clear vehicle trouble codes with confidence. Turn your phone into a powerful car diagnostic scanner—no guesswork, no unnecessary repairs.
- [Read and Clear More Codes Than Ever] Read and clear more codes than basic car code readers. Access enhanced diagnostics for Check Engine, ABS, SRS, Airbag, TPMS, Transmission, and more on supported vehicles, including expanded coverage on newer model years.
- [Verified Fixes and Real-Time Data] Get unlimited, technician-verified repair reports matched to your VIN, with definitions, causes, and confirmed fixes. Monitor live vehicle data as you drive, view freeze frames, check smog readiness, and analyze Mode 6 test results.
- [Expanded Make & Model Coverage] Optimized for today’s vehicles with strong support for GM, Ford, Stellantis (RAM, Jeep, Chrysler), Toyota, Honda, Nissan, Mazda, Subaru, Hyundai, Mercedes-Benz, BMW, and VW. Enhanced communication on select 2024+ Nissan and Mazda models (see compatibility chart).
- [Gas Vehicles 1996+ & Select Light-Duty Trucks] Works with all gas-powered vehicles made in 1996 or newer, plus select light-duty trucks and diesels, including F-250, RAM 2500, Silverado, and Sierra. Built for daily drivers, family vehicles, and real-world truck use.
- [All System Diagnostics, Professional-Level Scanner] - BLCKTEC 460T is the ultimate OBD2 diagnostic tool for home mechanics and professionals. It supports all 10 OBD2 modes, reads and clears Engine/Transmission/ABS/SRS codes, performs All-System Diagnostics, offers workshop reset tools, and provides real-time live data. It helps you pinpoint issues, assess your car's condition, and prepare for SMOG checks with ease. NOTE: Function availability depends on your vehicle. Before you buy, be sure to use the Compatibility Checker on BLCKTEC website or contact our customer support to verify that the features you need are supported for your vehicle’s specific year, make, and model.
- [12+ Most Popular Reset Functions] - BLCKTEC 460T OBD2 scanner offers 12+ dealer-level service functions, including Oil Maintenance Reset, ABS Bleeding, EPB Reset, SAS(Steering Angle Sensor) Recalibration, DPF(Diesel Particulate Filter) Reset, Throttle Body Relearn, Battery Reset/Initialization, TPMS Relearn, Transmission Reset, Fluid Change Reset, Maintenance Reset and more, enabling you to perform workshop services like a pro. NOTE: Function availability depends on your vehicle. Be sure to use the Compatibility Checker on BLCKTEC website to verify that the features you need are supported for your vehicle.
- [Real-Time OBD2 and OEM Live Data, Freeze Frame Data] - BLCKTEC 460T helps diagnose vehicle issues when warning lights like Check Engine Light or ABS/SRS Light appear. It offers detailed DTC info, ECU Freeze Frame Data, and real-time OBD2 and advanced OEM live data, including Engine, Transmission, ABS, SRS, and more, making it easy to diagnose and resolve vehicle problems. You can view, graph, record, replay, and overlay up to four live data streams in a single graph for better analysis.
- [AutoVIN, AutoReLink, AutoScan, 3X Faster] - Equipped with AutoVIN technology, 460T automatically retrieves the VIN to save you time. Its AutoScan and AutoReLink features scan all of the vehicle's ECUs and detect any fault codes immediately after you plug the scanner into the vehicle's OBD2 port - no button presses required. Additionally, it regathers DTC and I/M readiness information every 30 seconds, simplifying monitor tests. 460T's advanced technology makes it 3X faster than other products.
- [Get RepairSolutions2, the #1 Auto Repair App for Free] - When paired with RepairSolutions2(RS2) App, 460T becomes even more powerful. RS2's Verified Fix Database built by master technicians, provides the parts needed for the repair. Additionally, RS2 gives you access to OEM warranty info, maintenance schedules, TSB, and dealership recall info, making car care easier than ever. RS2 is free with no subscription fees and it stores your car scan reports in the cloud, allowing you to access, share, or print them anytime and anywhere.
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