The problem
General Motors, LLC. (GM) is recalling certain 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 vehicles. The front driver's side air bag module may be missing one or more metal tabs that secure the plastic air bag cover to the housing.
The risk
The missing tabs may prevent the air bag from deploying properly, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the driver frontal air bag, and replace it if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 16, 2021. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N212336560.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 21V-495 (21V495000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | N212336560 |
| Manufacturer | General Motors, LLC |
| Component | Air bags › Frontal |
| Report date | July 1, 2021 |
| Owners notified | July 29, 2021 |
| Vehicles affected | 12 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the air bags
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 21V-495 repair free?
Yes. Chevrolet dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will inspect the driver frontal air bag, and replace it if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 16, 2021. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 12 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.