Ensuring Safety: NHTSA Takes Action with a Wide-scale Airbag Recall

Extensive Takata Airbag Recall

A staggering 67 million Takata airbags spanning priority groups 1-12 have been identified for recall. These airbags, when deployed, can potentially explode due to prolonged exposure to high heat and humidity. Tragically, such explosions have resulted in injuries and fatalities.

NHTSA's Call to Action for Vehicle Owners

In light of this serious safety threat, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) strongly urges vehicle owners to take a few simple steps to protect themselves and others.

Essential Steps to Ensure Safety

To address the risk posed by these airbags, NHTSA recommends the following actions for all vehicle owners and dealers:

Check for Recalls: Utilize the vehicle identification number (VIN) to promptly determine if your vehicle is subject to any recalls.

Follow our emails for Recall Alerts: Stay informed by following Auto Legal Group emails for recall alerts.

Per the NHTSA,Immediate Repair for High-Risk Vehicles: Specific vehicles at significantly higher risk of airbag explosions have received DO NOT DRIVE warnings. It is crucial that owners of these vehicles prioritize repairs without delay to prevent potential harm or even fatalities to occupants.