The Recall Desk
HighNHTSA·21V211000·Announced 2021-03-25

Chevrolet Camaro 2017-2021 Air Bag Emblem Separation Recall

General Motors is recalling certain 2017-2021 Chevrolet Camaro vehicles because the plastic 'Camaro' emblem on the steering wheel air bag cover may separate during air bag deployment, creating a projectile hazard.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a safety-critical air bag component with a potential projectile hazard during deployment. Although no injuries or deaths have been reported and the hazard is theoretical (the emblem 'may' separate), it presents a risk-of-harm scenario in vehicles with this defect, warranting a High severity rating.

Plain-English summary

General Motors, LLC is recalling certain 2017-2021 Chevrolet Camaro vehicles. The plastic 'Camaro' emblem located on the steering wheel air bag cover may separate during deployment of the frontal driver air bag.

In the event of a crash, the separated plastic pieces could act as projectiles from the air bag deployment, potentially increasing the risk of injury to the driver.

The recall affects the 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, and 2021 model year Chevrolet Camaro vehicles. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 for information. General Motors will notify owners and replace the frontal driver side air bag module free of charge. The recall began April 14, 2021. Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or visit www.safercar.gov.

The recalled product

Product
CHEVROLET CAMARO
Brand
CHEVROLET
Manufacturer
General Motors, LLC
Category
Vehicle — Air Bag System
Hazard
Affected units
30

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • CAMARO

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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