Buick Recall 22V-246: Air bags – inflator module

Affected: 2015 Buick Enclave, 2015 Chevrolet Traverse, 2015 GMC Acadia. Filed with NHTSA on April 14, 2022, covering about 2,687 vehicles.

The problem

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015 Buick Enclave, Chevrolet Traverse and GMC Acadia 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 drivers air bag module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 23, 2023. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300; Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N222366190.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign22V-246 (22V246000)
Manufacturer numberN222366190
ManufacturerGeneral Motors, LLC
ComponentAir bags › Frontal › Driver side › Inflator module
Report dateApril 14, 2022
Owners notifiedFebruary 23, 2023
Vehicles affected2,687
Initiated byNHTSA investigation

Vehicles covered

Owner complaints about the air bags

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 22V-246 repair free?

Yes. Buick dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the drivers air bag module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 23, 2023. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300; Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at…

How do I know if my car is included?

Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 2,687 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.