More Takata Airbags Recalled

Fords (NYSE:F) has recalled nearly 800,000 vehicles equipped with Takata airbags that may explode, shooting shrapnel at vehicle occupants. The recall includes the following models:

  • 2010 Ford Edge
  • 2010 Lincoln MKX
  • 2010-2011 Ford Ranger
  • 2010-2012 Ford Fusion
  • 2010-2012 Lincoln MKZ,
  • 2010-2011 Mercury Milan
  • 2010 -2014 Ford Mustang

Millions of makes and models have been recalled for dangerous Takata airbags. Check all your cars here for Takata airbag recalls and other possible recalls.

The repair

Recall repairs are FREE. Some dealers can help make repairs more convenient. Ask for a loaner, mobile repair or what else they can do to make it easier to repair your car right away.

Even if your car’s recalled airbag has been repaired, you could be subject to newer airbag recalls.

Is your vehicle part of the recall?

Over 800,000 vehicles were originally part of this recall. As of April 9, 2021, – the last date for which information was available – 583,909 airbags had been replaced. To see if your car still needs to be repaired, use MotorSafety’s free lookup tool.

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Car Fires! Know This:

Heads up Kia and Hyundai Owners

Make: Kia and Hyundai –  2011-2014 Kia Sorento, Kia Optima, Hyundai Sonata, and Hyundai Santa Fe, and 2010-2015 Kia Soul vehicles

Overview: About 400 complaints of engine fires, engine failures (with and without fires), melted wires. Some cars recalled in 2015, 2017 – others not yet recalled pending a government investigation.

Threat: Cars suddenly catching fire without warning or external trigger, like car crashes. Some crash-related fires as well. Some cars that have been repaired catch fire anyway.

Of Course: It’s free to get a recalled car repaired, but only some fire risk cars have been recalled. Many cars in question have *not* been recalled. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is investigating nearly two million cars and may decide more recall solutions are in order. Car safety advocated group, the Center for Auto Safety, is demanding recalls now of three million cross-over models and sedans.

Right Now:  Check MotorSafety.org’s recall checker  to learn whether your car is under recall. Other makes are recalled for fire risk. Check you car now!

If you smell smoke, melting wires, experience engine failure or see fire —

  • Calmly pull over to the right side of the road. If you’re all the way left, pull off to the left
  • Turn off your car and carefully step out and away
  • Do not stand near your car. You don’t want to be close to a potential fire, of course. And what you may not realize is it’s dangerous on the shoulder where looky-loos often veer toward the direction in which they’re looking – at you on the shoulder! Seriously, people get killed standing on the shoulder all the time. Get away from the car and traffic!
  • Call 911
  • *And if you are driving a Kia or Hyundai and experience engine failure, a fire could follow. Get over, out and away.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Big Ford Recall – What to do if your Engine Stalls

Risk: Sudden engine stalling, unexpectedly running out of gas

Ford recalled 1.3 million Ford Focus cars because fuel system valves can get stuck open, causing cars to suddenly stall, fail to re-start and/or unexpectedly run out of gas increasing the risk of crashing. You may see warning lights.

CAR STALLING OR ACTING LIKE IT MIGHT? DO THIS:

  • First clue? As soon as you sense trouble, hit your turn signal and make your way to the shoulder. Don’t wait for a complete stall out.
  • No power? Turn on your flashers and call 911. Don’t try to drift to the side of the road unless you have enough momentum and clear lanes to get there. You don’t want to block two lanes!
  • Panic? Yep, people do. But you are going to think straight: check for oncoming traffic, use your turn signal and get over
  • Safe Side? Right side is best! But if you are stalling and in the left lane, exit left
  • Sit Tight? YES. Stay IN the car, ensure your seatbelt is on. Lookie Loo’s often drift in the direction they’re looking.
  • Roadside Rear-ender? Happens all the time. If you can, place your car in neutral to reduce impact energy if someone smashes into you
  • Can you get it Fixed Free? Yes, if it’s under recall you can! Find out by checking Motorsafety.org. And guys? If your car is under recall, for Pete’s sake — get it fixed! Industry: RecallMasters.com Consumers: MotorSafety.org

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