Recall 22V873 covers 5 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 trucks with inactive air bag control modules. Chevrolet activated them before sale.
Chevrolet is recalling 5 2022 Silverado 1500 trucks because the sensing diagnostic module was left in manufacturing mode before shipment. In a crash, that module will not deploy the air bags, increasing the risk of occupant injury, and Chevrolet dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The sensing diagnostic module, or SDM, in the 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 is the control unit for the air bag and restraint system. It watches crash sensors, decides when the supplemental inflatable restraints should deploy, and stores system fault information. For recall 22V873, the SDM is the part that was not set to its finished vehicle mode before shipment.
On affected trucks, the SDM was left in manufacturing mode because a temporary production process skipped the verification step that activates it. In that mode, the restraint control module is not in the correct operating state for a delivered vehicle. That is why the recall is tied to occupant crash protection compliance, not to a broken sensor or worn part.
The warning sign is the air bag or supplemental inflatable restraint malfunction light on the instrument panel. It stays on after the truck is turned on, either solid or flashing.
Who's affected?
| 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 | air bag system |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 5 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 pickup is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific pickup is included.
What's the safety risk?
An SDM left in manufacturing mode will not deploy the air bags in a crash, increasing the risk of occupant injury. If the airbag or supplemental inflatable restraint warning lamp stays on after startup, treat it as a safety fault and schedule service soon. Repair is free at any franchised Chevrolet dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Chevrolet dealer to confirm the sensing diagnostic module activation was completed, which restores air-bag deployment in a crash.
- Reference recall number 22V873 and GM recall N222387870 when you call.
- Avoid driving the truck until the dealer confirms the sensing diagnostic module is active.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Chevrolet technician confirms the affected Silverado 1500 has been returned to the GM assembly plant and that the sensing diagnostic module has been activated out of manufacturing mode. The recall repair is free, with parts and labor covered. Out-of-pocket repairs are handled through the existing warranty, not through a separate reimbursement program, because all covered vehicles are under warranty. Ask the Chevrolet service desk how warranty coverage applies if you have prior repair paperwork.
| Reimbursement | Warranty coverage applies |
|---|
Timeline
| November 23, 2022 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| November 23, 2022 | Owner notification mailed |
| November 23, 2022 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| November 23, 2022 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 22V873?
Recall 22V873 covers 5 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 vehicles whose sensing diagnostic modules were left in manufacturing mode before shipment. In that mode, the module will not deploy the air bags in a crash, increasing injury risk. Chevrolet corrected the affected vehicles by activating the modules.
What should I do if my 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific truck is included in recall 22V873. If it is, contact a franchised Chevrolet dealer and reference GM recall number N222387870. The dealer can confirm whether the sensing diagnostic module activation is complete.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to correct the defect at no cost, and Chevrolet's remedy was activation of the sensing diagnostic module. The affected trucks had not been sold from dealer inventory, so Chevrolet states no owner letters will be mailed.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is air-bag nondeployment in a crash. If the sensing diagnostic module stays in manufacturing mode, it will not deploy the vehicle's air bags during a crash, increasing the risk of occupant injury.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/22V873000 |
|---|---|
| Chevrolet customer service | 1-800-222-1020 |
| NHTSA recall # | 22V873 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 22V873000 |
Source documents
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 20, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →