The problem
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2008-2017 Buick Enclave and 2013-2017 Chevrolet Traverse vehicles. The driver's air bag inflator may explode during deployment, due to a manufacturing defect.
The risk
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.
The fix
Dealers will replace the driver's air bag module, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed on November 3, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed on January 10, 2022. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N212349040.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 21V-782 (21V782000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | N212349040 |
| Manufacturer | General Motors, LLC |
| Component | Air bags › Frontal |
| Report date | October 7, 2021 |
| Owners notified | January 10, 2022 |
| Vehicles affected | 555 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA investigation |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the air bags
- 2008 Buick Enclave airbag problems 113
- 2009 Buick Enclave airbag problems 9
- 2010 Buick Enclave airbag problems 6
- 2011 Buick Enclave airbag problems 38
- 2012 Buick Enclave airbag problems 21
- 2013 Buick Enclave airbag problems 10
- 2014 Buick Enclave airbag problems 205
- 2015 Buick Enclave airbag problems 105
- 2016 Buick Enclave airbag problems 110
- 2017 Buick Enclave airbag problems 145
- 2013 Chevrolet Traverse airbag problems 27
- 2014 Chevrolet Traverse airbag problems 258
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 21V-782 repair free?
Yes. Buick dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the driver's air bag module, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed on November 3, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed on January 10, 2022.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 555 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.