A recall notice for 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 supplied by Performax International Pty Ltd.
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.
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
PRA number
2021/19233
Published date
17 Nov 2021
Product description
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
309 affected vehicles
Identifying features
What are the 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.
What are the 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 should consumers 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.
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Supplier
Performax International Pty Ltd
Traders who sold this product
Performax International distributors
Where the product was sold
Nationally
Dates available for sale
6 Jan 2011 - 28 May 2014
Responsible regulator
Australian Competition and Consumer Commission is the responsible regulator for this recall.
