Recall 17V621 covers 16 2015-2016 Chevrolet Colorado, Canyon, and Volt vehicles for improper driver air bag inflation. Repair is free at any franchised Chevrolet dealer.
Chevrolet is recalling 16 2015-2016 Colorado, Canyon, and Volt vehicles under recall 17V621 because the driver's frontal air bag can improperly inflate during second-stage deployment in a high-speed crash. An improperly inflated air bag increases the risk of injury in a crash, and Chevrolet dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The driver's frontal air bag in the 2015-2016 Chevrolet Colorado, Canyon, and Volt is the cushion built into the steering wheel. In a crash, its inflator releases gas to fill the bag and help keep the driver from striking the steering wheel or dashboard. In a high speed crash, the system uses a second-stage deployment for added inflation force.
On these vehicles, the driver air bag inflator was built without a secondary chemical enhancer needed for that second-stage deployment. That missing material means the inflator does not build pressure the way it was designed to during the more severe crash event. The suspect inflators were identified from supplier weight records and traced to the recalled vehicles.
An owner will not see this by looking at the steering wheel or air bag cover. There is no warning sign before failure.
Who's affected?
The scope spans three nameplates across the 2015 and 2016 model years, all tied to the front air bag.
| 2015 Chevrolet Colorado | front air bag |
|---|---|
| 2015 GMC Canyon | front air bag |
| 2016 GMC Canyon | front air bag |
| 2016 Chevrolet Colorado | front air bag |
| 2016 Chevrolet Volt | front air bag |
| Units affected | 16 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle.
What's the safety risk?
An improperly inflated driver's frontal air bag does not provide the intended protection in a crash, which increases the risk of injury. If your VIN is included, schedule the air bag module replacement soon and use normal caution until the dealer completes it. Repair is free at any franchised Chevrolet dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2015-2016 Chevrolet Colorado, Canyon, or Volt is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Chevrolet dealer to schedule the free driver's frontal air bag module replacement for the improper second-stage inflation risk.
- Bring the recall notice if Chevrolet mailed one. If not, reference recall number 17V621 when you call.
- Drive with extra care until the repair is complete, since the driver air bag can inflate improperly in a high speed crash.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Chevrolet technician replaces the driver's frontal air bag module covered by the recall. The replacement parts and labor are free. This repair addresses the air bag module that can inflate improperly during second-stage deployment in a high speed crash. If you've already paid out of pocket for a related air bag module repair, GM's reimbursement plan covers eligible documented expenses. Bring receipts or repair paperwork to the service desk and ask how to submit the claim.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| October 5, 2017 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| October 5, 2017 | Dealer notification began |
| October 5, 2017 | Dealer notification ended |
| November 8, 2017 | Owner notification mailed |
| November 10, 2017 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 17V621?
Recall 17V621 covers 16 2015-2016 Chevrolet Colorado, Canyon, and Volt vehicles with a driver's frontal air bag module that can inflate improperly during second-stage deployment in a high speed crash. An improperly inflated air bag increases injury risk, and Chevrolet dealers replace the module for free.
What should I do if my 2015-2016 Chevrolet Colorado, Canyon, or Volt is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 17V621. If it is, contact a franchised Chevrolet dealer to schedule replacement of the driver's frontal air bag module. Reference recall number 17V621 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Chevrolet dealers replace the driver's frontal air bag module free of charge under this recall. Parts and labor are covered at a franchised dealer.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is injury from an improperly inflated driver's frontal air bag during a high speed crash. The air bag is meant to help protect the driver, but this defect affects second-stage deployment. If your VIN is included, schedule the free dealer repair.
What if I bought this vehicle used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the vehicle, not the first owner. If you never received the owner notice that began November 8, 2017, check your VIN and call a franchised Chevrolet dealer with recall number 17V621.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/17V621000 |
|---|---|
| Chevrolet customer service | 1-800-222-1020 |
| NHTSA recall # | 17V621 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 17V621000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 25, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →