Recall 23V334 covers 995,085 2014-2017 Buick Enclave, Traverse, and Acadia vehicles for exploding driver's air bag inflators. Repair is free at any franchised Buick dealer.
Buick is recalling 995,085 2014-2017 Enclave, Traverse, and Acadia vehicles because the driver's air bag inflator can explode during deployment. Sharp metal fragments can strike the driver or passengers and cause serious injury or death; the dealer repair will be free once Buick makes it available.
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What's wrong?
The driver front airbag module in the 2014-2017 Enclave, Traverse, and Acadia holds the inflator that fills the air bag in a crash. The inflator is supposed to release gas in a controlled way so the air bag cushions the driver as it deploys.
On affected vehicles, the driver's air bag inflator was built during a suspect manufacturing period. During deployment, that inflator can rupture instead of staying contained. GM is still investigating the exact reason for the ruptures, but the repair uses a replacement module with an inflator outside the suspect production period.
There is no warning sign before failure. An owner will not hear, smell, or see a change in normal driving that shows this inflator is about to rupture.
Who's affected?
Enclave, Traverse, and Acadia are grouped together because the same driver front air bag module is involved across the 2014-2017 model years.
| 2014 Buick Enclave | front air bag |
|---|---|
| 2015 Buick Enclave | front air bag |
| 2016 Buick Enclave | front air bag |
| 2017 Buick Enclave | front air bag |
| 2014 Chevrolet Traverse | front air bag |
| 2014 GMC Acadia | front air bag |
| 2015 Chevrolet Traverse | front air bag |
| 2015 GMC Acadia | front air bag |
| 2016 Chevrolet Traverse | front air bag |
| 2016 GMC Acadia | front air bag |
| 2017 Chevrolet Traverse | front air bag |
| 2017 GMC Acadia | front air bag |
| Units affected | 995,085 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 3 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 SUV.
What's the safety risk?
A driver's air bag inflator can explode and send sharp metal fragments toward the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death. There is no warning sign before failure. Schedule the recall repair as soon as the dealer can complete it. Repair will be free at any franchised Buick dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2014-2017 Buick Enclave, Traverse, or Acadia is included in this recall.
- Wait for the owner letter before scheduling the repair if your VIN shows this recall and no dealer appointment is open yet.
- Call Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300 with questions, and reference recall number 23V334 when you call.
- Ask a franchised Buick dealer about the free driver's air bag module replacement that fixes the inflator explosion risk.
- Drive with extra care until the repair is complete, and do not ignore any air bag warning light.
What happens at the repair
GM identifies the dealer repair as replacement of the driver's air bag module. Once the repair is available under this campaign, a Buick technician replaces the covered driver's air bag module at no charge. Parts and labor are covered by the recall. The owner letters have already been mailed, but the recall status still lists the remedy as under development, so call the dealer with your VIN before arranging service. Ask the service desk to confirm parts availability and whether the vehicle needs special handling before it is brought in.
Timeline
| May 10, 2023 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| May 10, 2023 | Dealer notification began |
| May 10, 2023 | Dealer notification ended |
| June 26, 2023 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| June 26, 2023 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| February 23, 2024 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 23V334?
Recall 23V334 covers 995,085 2014-2017 Buick Enclave, Chevrolet Traverse, and GMC Acadia vehicles with a driver's air bag inflator that can explode during deployment and send metal fragments into the cabin. Dealers will replace the driver's air bag module for free.
What should I do if my 2014-2017 Buick Enclave, Chevrolet Traverse, or GMC Acadia is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 23V334. If it is, contact a franchised Buick, Chevrolet, or GMC dealer to schedule the driver's air bag module replacement. Reference GM recall number N232404980 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair the defect at no cost, and GM says dealers will replace the driver's air bag module free of charge. Use the dealer brand that matches your vehicle: Buick for Enclave, Chevrolet for Traverse, or GMC for Acadia.
Is it safe to drive with this air bag recall?
The official risk is serious injury or death if the driver's air bag inflator explodes during deployment. Recall 23V334 is not marked do-not-drive, but the defect involves metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants in a crash. Confirm your VIN and arrange the free dealer repair.
When were owner letters mailed for recall 23V334?
GM began mailing final owner letters on February 23, 2024, and continued mailing them through December 2025. If you bought the vehicle used or never received a letter, the VIN still decides whether the free repair applies.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/23V334000 |
|---|---|
| Buick customer service | 1-800-521-7300 |
| NHTSA recall # | 23V334 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 23V334000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Misc. Document (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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