Recall 14V645 affects 2,283 2015 Chevrolet Colorado and Canyon vehicles for incorrect driver air bag wiring. Repair is free at any franchised Chevrolet dealer.
Chevrolet is recalling 2,283 2015 Colorado and Canyon vehicles because the driver air bag connections have incorrect wiring. The wiring error can reverse the deployment sequence and disrupt driver air bag timing, increasing injury risk in a crash; Chevrolet dealers will complete the repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The driver air bag in the 2015 Colorado and Canyon is part of the supplemental restraint system. In a frontal crash, the sensing and diagnostic module reads the crash signal and commands the driver air bag module to deploy in the intended sequence. That sequence helps the air bag inflate at the right time for the crash conditions.
On affected vehicles, the connections to the driver air bag were wired incorrectly during manufacturing. The wiring reversal changes how the first and second stage terminals of the air bag module are interpreted, which disrupts deployment timing. The fix does not require replacing the wiring; revised programming tells the sensing and diagnostic module that those terminals are reversed so it can command the air bag correctly.
There is no warning sign before failure. The issue was found through service diagnostic testing, so an owner should not expect a noise, smell, dashboard change, or air bag behavior before a crash exposes the problem.
Who's affected?
Covers Colorado and Canyon pickup trucks from the same model year, both tied to the air bag system.
| 2015 Chevrolet Colorado | air bag system |
|---|---|
| 2015 GMC Canyon | air bag system |
| Units affected | 2,283 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching 2015 Colorado or Canyon does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific pickup truck is included.
What's the safety risk?
A driver air bag that does not deploy as designed leaves the driver with less crash protection when air bag deployment is needed. If your VIN is included, schedule the recall repair soon and use extra caution until it is complete. Repair is free at any franchised Chevrolet dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2015 Chevrolet Colorado or GMC Canyon is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Chevrolet or GMC dealer to schedule the free SDM reprogramming that corrects the driver air bag wiring and deployment timing.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it, and reference recall number 14V645 when you call.
- Drive with caution until the repair is complete because the driver air bag deployment timing is affected.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Chevrolet technician reprograms the inflatable restraint sensing and diagnostic module, also called the SDM, so the air bag control software uses the correct deployment sequence and timing. The software update is free under recall 14V645, and parts and labor are covered. Chevrolet is not providing a separate reimbursement notice because all involved vehicles are covered by the new vehicle warranty. If you already paid for related air bag diagnosis or SDM work, ask the service desk how the new vehicle warranty applies to that paperwork.
| Reimbursement | Warranty coverage applies |
|---|
Timeline
| October 3, 2014 | Dealer notification began |
|---|---|
| October 3, 2014 | Dealer notification ended |
| October 3, 2014 | Owner notification mailed |
| October 3, 2014 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| October 9, 2014 | NHTSA published the recall |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 14V645?
Recall 14V645 covers 2,283 2015 Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon vehicles with driver air bag wiring that can reverse the deployment sequence and disrupt deployment timing. Chevrolet dealers will reprogram the inflatable restraint sensing and diagnostic module for free.
What should I do if my 2015 Chevrolet Colorado or GMC Canyon is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 14V645. If it is, contact a franchised Chevrolet dealer to schedule the inflatable restraint sensing and diagnostic module reprogramming. Reference recall number 14V645 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and the recall remedy says dealers will reprogram the inflatable restraint sensing and diagnostic module free of charge.
What is the safety risk in recall 14V645?
The driver air bag can fail to deploy as designed in a crash that requires air bag deployment. That increases the risk of driver injury. The dealer repair corrects the module programming so the air bag system follows the proper deployment timing.
What if I bought my 2015 Chevrolet Colorado or GMC Canyon used?
The free repair still applies. Recall eligibility follows the VIN, not the first owner. Check your VIN, then call a franchised Chevrolet dealer and reference recall 14V645 if your vehicle is included.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/14V645000 |
|---|---|
| Chevrolet customer service | 1-800-222-1020 |
| NHTSA recall # | 14V645 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 14V645000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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