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NHTSA ID Number: 10163269
Manufacturer Communication Number: 120941001B
Summary
This informational bulletin provides information on how to determine whether or not an airbag module is counterfeit or not and what to do if a counterfeit airbag is found.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) issued a consumer safety advisory to announce that potentially “tens of thousands” of counterfeit airbags have entered the U.S. from China.
Furthermore, NHTSA informed customers that if they believe that they are at risk, they should contact their car’s local dealer to have their vehicle inspected.
12 Affected Products
Vehicles
MAKE | MODEL | YEAR |
BUICK | LACROSSE | 2010-2011 |
CHEVROLET | AVEO | 2006, 2009-2010 |
CHEVROLET | CAMARO | 2011-2012 |
CHEVROLET | CRUZE | 2011-2013 |
CHEVROLET | VOLT | 2011-2012 |
1 Associated Document
Manufacturer Communications
Bulletin No.: 12-09-41-001B
Date: June, 2019
https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=10163269
MC-10163269-9999.pdf 3954.001KB
NHTSA ID Number: 10063068
Manufacturer Communication Number: SB -12-09-41-001
Summary
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
1 Associated Document
Service Bulletin Document
Bulletin No.: 12-09-41-001A
Date: October, 2012
https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=10063068
SB-10063068-7690.pdf 6726.999KB
NHTSA ID Number: 10047441
Manufacturer Communication Number: SB-12-09-41-001
Summary
BUICK/CHEVROLET: INFORMATION BEING PROVIDED REGARDING COUNTERFEIT VEHICLE AIRBAG MODULES. MODELS 2011-2012 CAMARO, VOLT, CRUZE. 2010-2011 LACROSSE. 2006-2010 AVEO. *PE UPDATED 12/4/12. *PE
2 Associated Documents
Service Bulletin Document
Bulletin No.: 12-09-41-001A
Date: October, 2012
https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=10047441
SB-10047441-5559.pdf 4839.093KB
Service Bulletin Document
Bulletin No.: 12-09-41-001
Date: October, 2012
https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=10047441
SB-10047441-4792.pdf 4838.638KB
NHTSA ID Number: 10118629
Manufacturer Communication Number: 12-09-41-001
Summary
This informational bulletin provides information on how to determine weater or not a airbag module is counterfeit or not and what to do if a counterfeit airbag is found.
1 Associated Document
Manufacturer Communications
Bulletin No.: 12-09-41-001
Date: Oct-2012
https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=10118629
MC-10118629-9999.pdf 3814.286KB
NHTSA ID Number: 10062539
Manufacturer Communication Number: SB-12-09-41-001
Summary
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
1 Associated Document
Service Bulletin Document
Bulletin No.: 12-09-41-001
Date: October, 2012
https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=10062539
SB-10062539-7690.pdf 6726.196KB
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Service Bulletin Bulletin No.: 12-09-41-001B Date: June, 2019 INFORMATION Subject: Information on Counterfeit Airbag Modules Models: 2010-2011 Buick LaCrosse 2006-2010 Chevrolet Aveo 2010-2013 Chevrolet Cruze 2011-2012 Chevrolet Camaro, Volt This Bulletin has been revised to include the 2010 and 2013 Model Years for Cruze. Please discard Corporate Bulletin Number 12-09-41-001A. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) issued a consumer safety advisory to announce that potentially “tens of thousands” of counterfeit airbags have entered the U.S. from China. Furthermore, NHTSA informed customers that if they believe that they are at risk, they should contact their car’s local dealer to have their vehicle inspected. A unique GM customer assistance phone number has been established to answer owner questions. Concerned customers in the U.S. may call (866) 237-3601. Canadian customers should contact the GM Customer Care Centre (CCC) at (800) 263-3777 English or (800) 263-7854 French. NHTSA also published recommended dealer guidance to help dealers identify counterfeit airbags. As a companion to the NHTSA Guidance, General Motors (GM) has prepared this service bulletin to guide dealerships in the identification of counterfeit airbag modules for the GM vehicles identified by NHTSA. • If the customer says they purchased the vehicle new and the airbags were never replaced, they are not at risk. • If the customer says they purchased the vehicle new and the airbags were replaced with genuine GM airbags at an authorized dealer (new car sales), they are not at risk. For all other scenarios, a physical inspection may be the best way to identify whether the airbag module installed is the proper original equipment manufacturer (OEM) airbag. The inspection procedure detailed below is to be performed at Customer pay. 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A glowing airbag light indicates a functional problem with the airbag module. The lack of an airbag light during “key on” may indicate the bulb has been disabled to prevent the customer from being alerted to a problem with the module. • The vehicle horn should function. A lack of a horn may indicate the airbag module horn contacts are incorrectly placed, or missing from the module. • The emblem on the airbag cover may not match the size, shape, texture or color of a known genuine GM airbag module. • The letters of the word “airbag”, which are embossed or molded into the vinyl trim cover, may not be well-defined. • When compared with an “in stock” vehicle, the texture of the vinyl material used for the counterfeit airbag trim cover varies from the OEM material. Page 2 June, 2019 Bulletin No.: 12-09-41-001B • There may be evidence that the counterfeit airbag installer shaved or trimmed the vinyl trim cover for better fit into the steering wheel housing. • The inflator assembly is labeled with a different OEM name than the airbag’s emblem or intended vehicle brand. Identification of Removed Counterfeit Airbag Module Once the airbag module is removed, there are several clues you can use to identify a counterfeit airbag module. It may be more useful to rely on the visual indications noted below as opposed to confirming part numbers or molded-in identifiers, since the counterfeiter may have reproduced a correct part number or have correct molding marks because some portion of the module may be a reclaimed OEM component. Counterfeit Airbag Module 2918042 The pictured airbag module above is a confirmed counterfeit part. Please note the following: • The caution label applied to the back of the module is the incorrect size and shape for the module. In order to place it in the intended location, the label had to be folded over (1) in two places. Additionally, caution labels will not be tucked under the backing plate (2) as shown. • The electrical connectors (3) on the back of the airbag module will be color coded and match the connector color on the vehicle side. These connectors are keyed for each vehicle application and should not show any signs of being re-machined or tampered with. • Examine the module for tool marks visible on the fasteners and/or grinder marks visible on the airbag backing plate. A counterfeit airbag may have numerous holes (4) drilled/cut into it, which allows the counterfeit airbag to be installed into a wider range of vehicles. Electrical Connector Shorting Bars Vehicles that are the subject of this service information all have airbag modules equipped with “shorting bars” (2) incorporated in the electrical connectors. Grounding terminals or “shorting bars” on the inflator wire connectors, preventing the airbag from deploying when disconnected from the vehicle system, are missing on this counterfeit airbag. Shorting Bars Missing 2918044 Shorting Bars Present 2918141 In the photos above, you can identify the grounding terminals or shorting bars (2). In all cases the shorting bars appear as a gold plated U-shaped piece of metal on genuine GM airbags. Counterfeit modules (1) often omit these secondary contacts. Bulletin No.: 12-09-41-001B June, 2019 Page 3 Airbag Module Inspection and Identification by Model The section below provides photos and details to evaluate whether a genuine OEM airbag module is installed in each identified model. The modules pictured below are verified OEM modules. All of the tips and inspection methods described above should be employed when inspecting the airbag modules out of vehicle. 2006-2010 Chevrolet Aveo The Chevrolet Aveo uses a metal-backed airbag module that is painted black. The physical appearance of the module should exactly match the picture below. Genuine Aveo Airbag Module 2918128 Look for inconsistent materials, stickers, additional holes in the module, or any signs of tampering. Page 4 June, 2019 Bulletin No.: 12-09-41-001B 2011-2012 Chevrolet Camaro The Chevrolet Camaro uses a plastic-backed airbag module black in color. The physical appearance of the module should exactly match the picture below. Genuine Camaro Airbag Module 2918131 Look for inconsistent materials used, variation in the caution sticker, additional holes in the module, or any signs of tampering. The paper label (1) may be present, removed or placed at a different location on the module. This paper label should not be considered critical in validating the authenticity of this module. Bulletin No.: 12-09-41-001B June, 2019 Page 5 2010-2013 Cruze / 2011-2012 Chevrolet Volt The Chevrolet Cruze / Volt uses a plastic-backed airbag module black in color. The physical appearance of the module should exactly match the picture below. One example is shown for both vehicles. Various part numbers are used for each application but the physical appearance is the same. Important: This example shows corrosion on the bare metal near the electrical contacts. This is a normal condition you may encounter, and is not an indication of counterfeit, remanufactured or reclaimed parts. The corrosion does not affect operation of the airbag module. Genuine Cruze / Volt Airbag Module 2918132 Look for inconsistent materials, stickers, additional holes in the module, or any signs of tampering. Page 6 June, 2019 Bulletin No.: 12-09-41-001B 2011-2012 Buick LaCrosse The Buick LaCrosse uses an unpainted metal-backed airbag module. The physical appearance of the module should exactly match the picture below. Various part numbers are used for each application but the physical appearance is the same. Important: This type of module allows the airbag (1) to be visible at several points around the edge of the module. Confirm the module has an airbag installed. Genuine LaCrosse Airbag Module 2918125 Look for inconsistent materials, stickers, additional holes in the module, or any signs of tampering. As NHTSA provides more information, additional inspection procedures may be provided. Customer Acknowledgement If the dealer finds a suspected counterfeit airbag, and the customer does not want it replaced, the dealer should have the customer sign the following acknowledgement, before reinstalling the suspected counterfeit airbag. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) issued a consumer safety advisory to alert vehicle owners and repair professionals to the dangers of counterfeit airbags. The NHTSA has also provided consumers with criteria and risk factors to help them evaluate whether their vehicles may be at risk. We have completed an inspection of your vehicle’s airbags to try to determine if any of your airbags may be counterfeit airbags. Your vehicle was inspected consistent with the NHTSA dealer guidance and consistent with airbag inspection procedures provided by General Motors. We have determined from our inspection that one or more of your airbags may be counterfeit and have recommended that the suspected counterfeit airbags be replaced with GM replacement airbags. You have elected not to replace the airbags at this time and have directed us to reinstall the suspected counterfeit airbags into your vehicle. Bulletin No.: 12-09-41-001B June, 2019 Page 7 Before we reinstall the suspected counterfeit airbags please acknowledge the following: 1. Counterfeit airbags may not deploy or perform in the same manner as GM supplied replacement airbags. 2. Failure of the counterfeit airbags to deploy or to perform in the same manner as GM supplied airbags can lead to serious bodily injury or death to vehicle occupants in a crash. 3. We strongly recommend that you limit the driving of your vehicle until you are in a position to replace the suspected airbags. 4. You assume all responsibility for the risks associated with the operation of your vehicle with the suspected counterfeit airbags. 5. You can return to this dealership or to any authorized GM dealership if you later decide to have the suspect airbags replaced. The dealer will provide a cost estimate for the replacement airbags before any work is performed. Customer Signature: Date:
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