Gm/air bag deployment
Defect Summary
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. because of certain calibrations in the air bag's sensing and diagnostic module, an inadvertent air bag deployment could occur in a low speed crash or when an object strikes the floor pan.
Safety Consequence
Air bags deploy with great force and can seriously injure unrestrained occupants who are too close to them.
Corrective Action
Dealers will recalibrate the air bag sensing and diagnostic module.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from General Motors, Llc or involving N/A.
FAQ: Recall 98V146000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 98V146000?
NHTSA recall 98V146000 was issued by General Motors, Llc on June 29, 1998. It addresses: Gm/air bag deployment. The recall affects approximately 675,302 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized General Motors, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 98V146000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). 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.