Sudden changes in vehicle handling may increase the risk of a crash.

Suspension — Rear

Date Announced
JAN 23, 2013
Vehicles Affected
8,519
Chevrolet Recall #
13008
NHTSA Campaign #
13V024000
Summary
General Motors is recalling certain model year 2013 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles, manufactured December 6, 2011, through January 15, 2013. One or more rear suspension bolts may not have been tightened to the specified torque. This may lead to sudden changes in vehicle handling.
Actions
General Motors will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and retighten the bolts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notifications have already begun and will be completed shortly. Owners may contact General Motors at 1-800-521-7300.
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