Chevrolet Recall 97V-107: Air bags – frontal

Affected: 1997 Chevrolet Malibu. Filed with NHTSA on June 28, 1997, covering about 16,099 vehicles.

The problem

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The fasteners that secure the passenger air bag module to the instrument panel tie bar were omitted.

The risk

If the air bag deploys, the module could separate from the instrument panel striking and injuring an occupant.

The fix

Dealers will inspect the air bag module for the presence of the fasteners and, if necessary, install any fasteners that May have been omitted.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign97V-107 (97V107000)
ManufacturerGeneral Motors, LLC
ComponentAir bags › Frontal
Report dateJune 28, 1997
Owners notifiedJuly 15, 1997
Vehicles affected16,099
Initiated byManufacturer

Vehicles covered

Owner complaints about the air bags

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 97V-107 repair free?

Yes. Chevrolet dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will inspect the air bag module for the presence of the fasteners and, if necessary, install any fasteners that May have been omitted.

How do I know if my car is included?

Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 16,099 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.