Performax International Pty Ltd - General Motors Chevrolet (GMC) GMT900 Utility Vehicles - Chevrolet Silverado, Silverado Gen 2, Silverado Gen 3 MY2009-2014, GMC Sierra Gen 2 MY2009-2013 and Chevrolet Tahoe Gen 3 MY2011 - extended recall
AustraliaPerformax International Pty Ltd - General Motors Chevrolet (GMC) GMT900 Utility Vehicles - Chevrolet Silverado, Silverado Gen 2, Silverado Gen 3 MY2009-2014, GMC Sierra Gen 2 MY2009-2013 and Chevrolet Tahoe Gen 3 MY2011 - extended recall
Reason for Recall / Hazard
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.
Product Description & Identification
Reason / Defects: 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. Hazards: 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 to do: Owners of affected vehicles should contact Performax International via the website at http://www.performaxint.com.au/contact to arrange for a replacement airbag inflator free of charge. Consumers who are unsure whether they are affected can contact Performax International on 1800 737 367. Consumers will be advised by Performax International when parts become available. 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.
Affected Products
This recall was extended on 10 February 2022 to include additional vehicles. General Motors Chevrolet (GMC) - GMT900 Utility Vehicles: Chevrolet Silverado Model Years 2009-2014 Chevrolet Silverado Gen 2 Model Years 2009-2013 Chevrolet Silverado Gen 3 Model Year 2013 General Motors Chevrolet GMC Sierra Gen 2 Model Years 2009-2013 Chevrolet Tahoe Gen 3 Model Year 2011 Front passenger side airbag inflators 335 affected vehicles
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Guid › #text | 63e4eff0-b620-4798-ab7d-d9fe8ad2d305 |
| Guid › @ is Perma Link | false |
| Link | https://www.productsafety.gov.au/search-consumer-product-recalls/performax-international-pty-ltd-general-motors-chevrolet-gmc-gmt900-utility-vehicles-chevrolet-silverado-silverado-gen-2-silverado-gen-3-my2009-2014-gmc-sierra-gen-2-my2009-2013-and-chevrolet-tahoe-gen-3-my2011-extended |
| Pub Date | Wed, 17 Nov 2021 00:00:00 +0000 |
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