Sensing and diagnostic module
Defect Summary
General motors (gm) is recalling certain model year 2013 chevrolet malibu vehicles manufactured from october 24, 2011, through march 31, 2012. after an event of hard braking, the sensing and diagnostic module (sdm) may reset itself.
Safety Consequence
If this occurs during an aggressive turning maneuver, and then afterwards a potential vehicle rollover event is sensed, the roof rail airbag may unintentionally deploy. additionally, the air bags and/or seatbelt pretensioners may not deploy during a severe crash, increasing the risk of personal injury.
Corrective Action
Gm will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the sdm. this service will be performed free of charge. the safety recall began on june 13, 2012.
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FAQ: Recall 12V224000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 12V224000?
NHTSA recall 12V224000 was issued by General Motors, Llc on May 18, 2012. It addresses: Sensing and diagnostic module. The recall affects approximately 4,304 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electrical System component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized General Motors, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 12V224000 or the manufacturer campaign number 12102. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.