Recall 15V324 covers 330,198 2007-2008 GMC Sierra and Silverado HD trucks for passenger air bag inflators. Repair is free at any franchised GMC dealer.
GMC is recalling 330,198 2007-2008 Sierra 3500, Sierra 2500, Silverado 2500, and Silverado 3500 trucks because moisture intrusion can damage the passenger frontal air bag inflator. In a crash that deploys that air bag, the inflator can rupture and send metal fragments toward occupants; GMC dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The passenger frontal air bag inflator in these 2007-2008 Sierra 3500, Sierra 2500, Silverado 2500, and Silverado 3500 trucks is the part that fills the passenger air bag during a crash. It sits inside the air bag module and produces the gas that makes the bag open quickly enough to protect the passenger.
On affected trucks, the Takata inflator is vulnerable to moisture intrusion. Over time, moisture changes how the inflator behaves during deployment. When the air bag deploys in a crash, the inflator can rupture instead of opening the air bag as designed.
There is no warning sign before failure. The truck will not give the owner a light, sound, smell, or change in driving feel that shows moisture has damaged the passenger air bag inflator.
Who's affected?
Covers four heavy-duty pickup lines across the 2007 and 2008 model years, all tied to the passenger-side front air bag inflator module.
| 2007 GMC Sierra 3500 | front air bag |
|---|---|
| 2008 GMC Sierra 3500 | front air bag |
| 2007 GMC Sierra 2500 | front air bag |
| 2008 GMC Sierra 2500 | front air bag |
| 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 | front air bag |
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 | front air bag |
| 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 | front air bag |
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 | front air bag |
| Units affected | 330,198 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 36000 field incidents to date. |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific pickup truck is included.
What's the safety risk?
In a crash that deploys the passenger frontal air bag, the inflator can rupture and send metal fragments into occupants, increasing the risk of serious injury or death. There is no warning sign before deployment, so confirm your VIN and schedule the inflator replacement soon. Repair is free at any franchised GMC dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2007-2008 GMC Sierra 3500, Sierra 2500, Silverado 2500, or Silverado 3500 is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised GMC dealer to schedule the free passenger air bag inflator replacement that fixes the moisture-intrusion rupture risk.
- Bring the recall notice if GM mailed one. If not, reference recall number 15V324 when you call.
- Avoid using the front passenger seat until the passenger air bag inflator is replaced.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a GMC technician replaces the front passenger air bag inflator covered by recall 15V324. The replacement parts and labor are free under the recall. The owner notice campaign began on July 27, 2015, so dealers should be able to look up the campaign by VIN and confirm whether the inflator replacement is still open on your truck.
Timeline
| May 28, 2015 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| July 5, 2015 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| July 27, 2015 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 15V324?
Recall 15V324 covers 330,198 2007-2008 GMC Sierra 3500, Sierra 2500, Silverado 2500, and Silverado 3500 trucks with a front passenger air bag inflator that is vulnerable to moisture intrusion. GMC dealers replace the front passenger air bag inflator for free.
What should I do if my 2007-2008 GMC Sierra 3500, Sierra 2500, Silverado 2500, or Silverado 3500 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific truck is included in recall 15V324. If it is, contact a franchised GMC dealer to schedule the front passenger air bag inflator replacement. Reference recall number 15V324 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. For recall 15V324, GMC dealers replace the front passenger air bag inflator free of charge, with parts and labor covered under the recall.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is an air bag inflator rupture during a crash that requires passenger frontal air bag deployment. Metal fragments can strike occupants, creating a risk of serious injury or death. Confirm your VIN, then schedule the free dealer repair if your truck is included.
What if I bought this truck used?
The free recall repair still applies. Federal recall law follows the vehicle, not the first owner. If you bought the truck used and never received a notice, check your VIN and give recall number 15V324 to the GMC dealer service desk.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/15V324000 |
|---|---|
| GMC customer service | 1-800-222-1020 |
| NHTSA recall # | 15V324 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 15V324000 |
Source documents
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Download Owner Notice (PDF) - Download Misc. Document (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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