Buick Recall 23V-674: Air bags – side/window

Affected: 2014 Buick Verano, 2014 Chevrolet Cruze. Filed with NHTSA on September 20, 2023, covering about 9,264 vehicles.

The problem

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2014 Buick Verano and Chevrolet Cruze vehicles. The left and/or right-side roof-rail air bag (RRAB) inflators located on the roof rails above the headliner, may rupture at the inflator weld joint.

The risk

An inflator that ruptures may partially inflate the air bag and cause sharp metal fragments to enter or exit the vehicle, increasing the risk of an injury.

The fix

Dealers will replace the left and/or right-side RRAB modules, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 12, 2024. 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 N232408490.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign23V-674 (23V674000)
Manufacturer numberN232408490
ManufacturerGeneral Motors, LLC
ComponentAir bags › Side/window
Report dateSeptember 20, 2023
Owners notifiedJuly 12, 2024
Vehicles affected9,264
Initiated byNHTSA investigation

Vehicles covered

Owner complaints about the air bags

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 23V-674 repair free?

Yes. Buick dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the left and/or right-side RRAB modules, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 12, 2024. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300 or 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 9,264 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.