General Motors says the inflators in the airbags in the roof can even rupture without occupants in the vehicle
In documents provided to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), GM explains the affected airbag inflators are “located on the left- and right-side roof rails above the headliner.” These airbags may have a defect that can cause the inflator end cap to separate, or the inflator sidewall to split.
If that happens, compressed gas can escape, propelling the end cap into the car, which can ultimately injure any occupants. The company also noted the inflator can rupture without occupants in the vehicle, as GM is aware of at least one instance in which that occurred.
GM will notify owners by mail and advise them to take their vehicle to a dealership to have both side curtain airbag modules replaced, free of charge.
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