GMC Sierra Side Air Bag Recall

GM is recalling 400,000 pickup trucks in the U.S. because the side air bags can explode without warning and circulate in the cabin.

The recall covers some 2015 and 2016 Chevrolet and GMC Sierra 1500, 2500, and 3500 trucks.

NHTSA says the air bag inflator can rupture or the end cap can fly off on both sides of the trucks. GM says a manufacturing defect allowed moisture into the inflator while it was being manufactured, causing corrosion.

Dealers will replace both side air bag modules. The company says it has a limited number of replacement parts available. Owners will be notified starting Aug. 16 and they’ll get a second letter when parts are widely available.

About 9,000 of the trucks were recalled last year for the same problem. Here is the letter that was sent to vehicle owners concerning the first recall. Additionally, NHTSA still has an open investigation regarding the prior recall.