Another Takata Airbag Recall On More Models
Brian O Sutter
Recalls
If you haven't heard of the myriad of Takata airbag recalls over the past few years, consider yourself one of the lucky ones. Or maybe the unlucky ones since the recall has it millions of different affected vehicles and yours could be one of them. It is important to keep informed about all recalls if possible and we keep this updated for you, knowing that recalls stem from safety hazards. The safety of you and your family is not only your concern, it is our concern. Take some time to read below on the status of you vehicle, what's new with the recall and how to know if you need help. What's New With The Takata Airbag Recalls?
It does seem like new vehicles are being added to this recall list all the time and that is probably because it is true. Ford (including Lincoln), Nissan, Honda and Toyota have all added more vehicles to the recall list, breaking the record for most recalled vehicles for one recall. Barely surpassing the amount of cars recalled in the Volkwagen emissions scandal, where they changed the emissions after testing so they appeared to be much greener than they are. Takata is not in hot water for being intentionally hazardous, however they have still created the most widespread auto-part recall ever.
Why Are Takata Airbags Recalled?
The hazard with the Takata airbag lies in the inflator. If the airbag goes off these models of the airbag are over pressurized sending a huge force when inflating and that can cause to rupture the bag itself. If the airbag is ruptured shrapnel will forced into the cabin at anyone in the car. This recall has spanned over years and has usually been in regards to the driver's airbag. There have been 11 reported deaths in the U.S. caused by the Takata airbag rupture. This new set of recalled vehicles includes many models containing a hazardous passenger side airbag. Originally, there was a high numbered of recalled vehicles that drove many dealerships to run out of the spare parts that would replace the airbag.
What To Do If Your Vehicle Is Recalled?
If your vehicle falls under the recall list, the safest and smartest thing to do is to return to your dealership and they will change the airbag for you for free. They should be equipped with the new functional product that has the proper inflator speed. With any recall or issue with a faulty part that has not been recalled, if you have been injured by a hazardous part contact a personal injury attorney as soon as possible. There should be compensation give for an injury caused by a company's mistake.
It is important to document the timing of the injury and all expense regarding the injury. If it happened before the recall was issued for your specific vehicle, you will have a solid case we can work with. If it happened when you were unaware of the recall we can also work with a case like that. If you are concerned that you are not sure if your vehicle fall under this or any other auto recall that has been issued, the government has provided a website – recalls.gov - that you can utilize to search your car's model or VIN number specifically.