PRA number
2019/17743
Campaign number
18-0301
Published date
Product description
Chevrolet Silverado 2500/3500 Heavy Duty
Model Years 2007-2008
GMC Sierra 2500/3500 Heavy Duty
Model Years 2007-2008
Front passenger side airbag inflators
34 affected vehicles
Model Years 2007-2008
GMC Sierra 2500/3500 Heavy Duty
Model Years 2007-2008
Front passenger side airbag inflators
34 affected vehicles
Reasons the product is recalled
Airbag inflator: As it gets older, a combination of high temperatures and humidity can cause the airbag inflator propellant to degrade. If an affected vehicle is involved in a collision triggering the airbag, the metal inflator housing may explode/rupture under too much internal pressure.
The hazards to consumers
In the event that a defective airbag inflator ruptures, metal fragments may propel out through the airbag cushion towards the vehicle occupants causing serious injury or fatality.
What consumers should do
Owners of affected vehicles should contact Victorian American Imports directly by phoning 03 5176 0600 or emailing admin@victorianamericanimports.com to arrange for a replacement airbag inflator free of charge.
We also recommend you visit https://www.productsafety.gov.au/newsletter/subscribe to subscribe to receive updates about current and future recalls as they are published.
Further information for consumers is available at: https://www.productsafety.gov.au/recalls/compulsory-takata-airbag-recall
We also recommend you visit https://www.productsafety.gov.au/newsletter/subscribe to subscribe to receive updates about current and future recalls as they are published.
Further information for consumers is available at: https://www.productsafety.gov.au/recalls/compulsory-takata-airbag-recall
Responsible regulator
Australian Competition and Consumer Commission is the responsible regulator for this recall.
