Chevrolet Recall 20V-736: Air bags – inflator

Affected: 2015–2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 and 3 more. Filed with NHTSA on November 25, 2020, covering about 9,279 vehicles.

The problem

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015-2016 GMC Sierra 1500 and Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and 2015 GMC Sierra 2500 and 3500, and Chevrolet Silverado 2500 and 3500 trucks. The roof-rail air bag (RRAB) inflator end cap may detach from the inflator.

The risk

If the end cap separates from the inflator, the compressed gas will escape and the end cap can be propelled into the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury or a crash.

The fix

GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the RRAB modules on the left and/or right side, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed on December 22, 2020. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. Note: GM filed a new recall, number 21V-504 that supersedes this recall. All vehicles previously recalled under 20V-736 will now be repaired under the new recall number 21V-504. GM's numbers for this recall are N202309680, N202309681, and N202309682.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign20V-736 (20V736000)
Manufacturer numberN202309680
ManufacturerGeneral Motors, LLC
ComponentAir bags › Side/window › Curtain › Inflator
Report dateNovember 25, 2020
Vehicles affected9,279
Initiated byManufacturer

Vehicles covered

Owner complaints about the air bags

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 20V-736 repair free?

Yes. Chevrolet dealers will fix the problem at no cost: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the RRAB modules on the left and/or right side, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed on December 22, 2020.

How do I know if my car is included?

Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 9,279 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.