2018 Chevrolet Malibu Software recall 19V642000
Safety recall
Symptoms / what can happen
Disabled fuel injectors would prevent the engine from starting and may cause a stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Cause
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles equipped with 1.5L turbo engines. An error in the Engine Control Module (ECM) software may result in the fuel injectors being disabled.
The fix, in plain English
Safety recall work is done free by a franchised dealer. Official remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the ECM software, free of charge. The recall began October 16, 2019. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-800-630-2438. GM's number for this recall is N192221960.
Difficulty
Not DIY: recall remedies are performed by a franchised dealer.
Cost
Free to the owner at a dealer while the recall applies. Outside the recall, costs vary; get a written quote.
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