Roof rail air bag inflator endcap may detach
Defect Summary
General motors llc (gm) is recalling certain 2015-2016 gmc sierra 1500 and chevrolet silverado 1500 and 2015 gmc sierra 2500 and 3500, and chevrolet silverado 2500 and 3500 trucks. the roof-rail air bag (rrab) inflator end cap may detach from the inflator.
Safety Consequence
If the end cap separates from the inflator, the compressed gas will escape and the end cap can be propelled into the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury or a crash.
Corrective Action
Gm will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rrab modules on the left and/or right side, free of charge. interim owner notification letters were mailed on december 22, 2020. owners may contact gmc customer service at 1-888-988-7267 or chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. note: gm filed a new recall, number 21v-504 that supersedes this recall. all vehicles previously recalled under 20v-736 will now be repaired under the new recall number 21v-504. gm's numbers for this recall are n202309680, n202309681, and n202309682.
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FAQ: Recall 20V736000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 20V736000?
NHTSA recall 20V736000 was issued by General Motors, Llc on November 25, 2020. It addresses: Roof rail air bag inflator endcap may detach. The recall affects approximately 9,279 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 20V736000 or the manufacturer campaign number N202309680. 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.