Chevrolet Recall 21V-517: Air bags – critical fasteners

Affected: 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EUV, 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EV. Filed with NHTSA on July 8, 2021, covering about 28 vehicles.

The problem

General Motors, LLC. (GM) is recalling certain 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EV and Bolt EUV vehicles. One of the two fasteners that secure the driver's frontal air bag to the steering wheel may be missing or improperly tightened.

The risk

An improperly installed air bag may not deploy properly in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

The fix

Dealers will inspect and replace as necessary, the driver-side air bag fasteners. If the fasteners cannot be tightened properly, the air bag assembly will be replaced. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 29, 2021. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N212340860.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign21V-517 (21V517000)
Manufacturer numberN212340860
ManufacturerGeneral Motors, LLC
ComponentAir bags › Critical fasteners
Report dateJuly 8, 2021
Owners notifiedJuly 29, 2021
Vehicles affected28
Initiated byManufacturer

Vehicles covered

Owner complaints about the air bags

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 21V-517 repair free?

Yes. Chevrolet dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will inspect and replace as necessary, the driver-side air bag fasteners. If the fasteners cannot be tightened properly, the air bag assembly will be replaced. All repairs will be performed free of charge.

How do I know if my car is included?

Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 28 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.