Passenger presence sensor wires may be damaged
Defect Summary
General motors llc (gm) is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 chevrolet impala vehicles manufactured april 25, 2008 through february 16, 2010. the front passenger seat frame may contact and damage the wires of the passenger presence sensor module.
Safety Consequence
If the wires are damaged, the passenger presence sensory system may fail to recognize that the passenger seat is occupied, disabling the air bag. damage may also cause the air bag fuse to short resulting in a loss of all air bags and seat belt pretensions. both conditions increase the risk of injury during a crash.
Corrective Action
Gm will notify owners, and dealers will double wrap the wires with anti-abrasion tape and replace damaged wires as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on august 1, 2016. Owners may contact chevrolet customer service at 1-800-521-7300. gm's recall campaign number is 36110.
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FAQ: Recall 16V507000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 16V507000?
NHTSA recall 16V507000 was issued by General Motors, Llc on July 5, 2016. It addresses: Passenger presence sensor wires may be damaged. The recall affects approximately 289,254 vehicles, with the defect involving the Air Bags component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized General Motors, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 16V507000 or the manufacturer campaign number 36110. 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.