Recall 25V432 covers 1,658 2018-2019 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra trucks for roof-rail air bag inflator rupture. Repair is free at any franchised Chevrolet dealer.
Chevrolet is recalling 1,658 2018-2019 Silverado 2500, Silverado 3500, Silverado 1500, and GMC Sierra trucks under recall 25V432 because a roof-rail air bag inflator end cap can detach or the inflator sidewall can rupture. Escaping compressed gas can send the end cap or inflator fragments into the vehicle, increasing injury or crash risk, and the dealer repair is free.
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What's wrong?
The roof-rail air bag is mounted along the roof edge above the side windows. In a side impact or rollover event, its inflator is supposed to release gas into the air bag so the cushion deploys along the window area. On affected 2018-2019 Silverado and Sierra trucks, the concern is with the inflator inside that roof-rail air bag assembly.
The left or right-side inflator end cap can detach from the inflator, or the inflator sidewall can rupture. GM traced the affected trucks by part data to inflators from the same supplier production lot as the reported Silverado incident. GM and its supplier are still investigating the exact root cause, so the issue is tied to the suspect inflator lot rather than normal wear.
There is no warning sign before failure. The condition was reported on a parked, unoccupied truck, without a command for air bag deployment, so owners should not expect a dash light, noise, or driving symptom first.
Who's affected?
Covers 6 Chevrolet and GMC pickup truck lines from the 2018 and 2019 model years, all tied to the same roof rail air bag parts.
| 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 | air bag system |
|---|---|
| 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 | air bag system |
| 2018 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 | air bag system |
| 2019 GMC Sierra 2500 | air bag system |
| 2018 GMC Sierra 1500 | air bag system |
| 2019 GMC Sierra 3500 | air bag system |
| Units affected | 1,658 |
| 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 pickup truck.
What's the safety risk?
A detached end cap or ruptured inflator lets compressed gas escape and sends the end cap or inflator fragments into the cabin. That raises the risk of injury or a crash. If your VIN is included, schedule the air bag module replacement soon and limit driving until the dealer completes it. Repair is free at any franchised Chevrolet dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2018-2019 Chevrolet or GMC truck is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Chevrolet dealer to schedule the free left and right RRAB module replacement that fixes the roof-rail air bag inflator risk.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it. If not, reference recall number 25V432 when you call.
- Ask Chevrolet customer service at 1-888-988-7267 if you need help finding a dealer or confirming the repair path.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Chevrolet technician replaces the left and right roof-rail air bag modules covered by the recall. The replacement parts and labor are free. GM used its general reimbursement plan for this campaign, so owners who already paid for a related roof-rail air bag module repair should bring documentation and ask the service desk how to submit a claim.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| June 25, 2025 | Dealer notification began |
|---|---|
| June 25, 2025 | Dealer notification ended |
| June 25, 2025 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| June 26, 2025 | NHTSA published the recall |
| July 18, 2025 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 25V432?
Recall 25V432 covers 1,658 2018-2019 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra trucks with roof-rail air bag inflators whose end caps can detach or whose inflator sidewalls can rupture. GM dealers will replace the left and right roof-rail air bag modules for free.
What should I do if my 2018-2019 Chevrolet Silverado or GMC Sierra is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific truck is included in recall 25V432. If it is, contact a franchised Chevrolet or GMC dealer to schedule replacement of the left and right roof-rail air bag modules. Reference GM recall number N252513060 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and GM says dealers will replace the left and right roof-rail air bag modules free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is injury or crash from the roof-rail air bag inflator. If an end cap detaches or the inflator sidewall ruptures, compressed gas can escape and send the end cap or inflator fragments into the vehicle.
When were owners notified about recall 25V432?
GM mailed owner notification letters on July 23, 2025. If you bought the truck used or never received a letter, the VIN check is still the right way to confirm whether your specific Silverado or Sierra is included.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/25V432000 |
|---|---|
| Chevrolet customer service | 1-888-988-7267 |
| NHTSA recall # | 25V432 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 25V432000 |
Source documents
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 19, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →