GM recalling over 400K Chevy, GMC pickups because air bags can explode
This Feb. 11, 2016 file photo shows the GMC logo on display at the Pittsburgh International Auto Show in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar)
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DETROIT (AP) — General Motors is recalling more than 400,000 pickup trucks in the U.S. because the side air bags can explode without warning and spew parts into the cabin.
The recall covers certain 2015 and 2016 Chevrolet and GMC Sierra 1500, 2500, and 3500 trucks.
Documents posted Friday by U.S. safety regulators say the air bag inflator can rupture or the end cap can fly off on both sides of the trucks.
GM says it has no reports of injuries.
The company says a manufacturing defect allowed moisture into the inflator during manufacturing, causing corrosion.
Dealers will replace both side air bag modules. GM says it has a limited number of replacement parts available.
Owners will be notified starting Aug. 16. They’ll get a second letter when parts are widely available.
