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NHTSA recall 22V-359 (22V359000)

seats recall reported May 19, 2022 - about 221 vehicles affected.

NHTSA campaign number
22V359000
Also written as
22V-359
Manufacturer number
N212356050
Reported
May 19, 2022
Vehicles affected
~221
Component
seats

What is being recalled

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021 Chevrolet Malibu, 2022 Chevrolet Equinox, Blazer and Cadillac XT4 vehicles. The driver's seat cushion frame may have an improper weld in the power tilt-adjustment mechanism.

Why it is dangerous

An improperly welded seat frame may not adequately restrain the driver in a crash, increasing their risk of injury.

The fix (free at any franchised dealer)

Dealers will inspect the driver's seat and replace the cushion frame, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 23, 2022. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N212356050.

Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 22V-359 when calling a dealer.

Affected 3 models

Chevrolet Blazer - 2022
Chevrolet Equinox - 2022
Chevrolet Malibu - 2021

Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.

Is YOUR car included? A campaign rarely covers every single vehicle of a model year. Check your exact car by its 17-character VIN with the free VIN decoder and recall check.

Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.