Disabled fuel injectors would prevent the engine from starting and may cause a stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Electrical System — Software
Engine|Fuel System, Gasoline — Fuel Injection System — Injectors

Date Announced

SEP 06, 2019

Vehicles Affected

177,282

Chevrolet Recall #

N192221960

NHTSA Campaign #

19V642000

Summary

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles equipped with 1.5L turbo engines. An error in the Engine Control Module (ECM) software may result in the fuel injectors being disabled.

Actions

GM will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the ECM software, free of charge. The recall began October 16, 2019. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-800-630-2438. GM's number for this recall is N192221960.

Documents (10)

• ISSUED Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)
• Recall Quarterly Report #1, 2019-4
• Safety Bulletin
• Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for Safety Recall N192221960 ECM Malfunction
• Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) - Date: October 2, 2019 Subject: N192221960 - Safety Recall ECM Malfunction
• Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) - Date: September 6, 2019 Subject: Upcoming Safety Recall N192221960 ECM Malfunction
• Defect Notice 573 Report
• Recall Acknowledgement
• Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for Safety Recall N192221960 ECM Malfunction
• Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) - Date: September 24, 2019 Subject: Upcoming Safety Recall N192221960 ECM Malfunction Application for Used Vehicle Working Capital Assistance Program (WCAP)