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Takata Air Bag Recall Expands to Include More Jaguar Vehicles

Mahwah, NJ — September 12, 2016 — Jaguar Land Rover, owned by Tata Motors (NYSE:TTM) is expanding two recalls. A Jaguar recall will now cover 20,107 XF’s, and a Land Rover recall will now cover a total of 34,738 Range Rovers. The recalls include the following models:

2009-2011 Jaguar XF
2007-2011 Land Rover Range Rover

Recall summary

The vehicles in question are equipped with potentially dangerous Takata airbags. In both cases, the problem comes from the degraded air bag inflators, which could trigger a dangerous rupture and combustion. The risk is higher in hot climates, which is why these areas are the priority for the recall.

A June 1 acknowledgment document said that 20,016 Jaguar XF vehicles were affected, while the corresponding Land Rover document cited 34,334 units. The XF vehicles in this recall were manufactured between 2007 and 2011, while the Land Rover manufacture years fell from 2006 to 2011.

The Part 573 Safety Recall Reports for each of these Jaguar recalls include comments from Takata on the exact way this problem could affect drivers.

“The propellant wafers in some of the subject inflators may degrade over time, which could lead to over-aggressive combustion in the event the air bag is activated. Overly aggressive combustion creates excessive internal pressure when the inflator is activated, which may cause the inflator body to rupture.”

NHTSA also keeps a running list of recall progress by make. As of July 15, a total 9,348,948 air bag inflators have been repaired across all models. Jaguar and Land Rover were not mentioned on the completion page, and each was noted as having only a single range of vehicles involved by this time frame.

The repair

Jaguar and Land Rover dealers will replace the passenger front airbag, free of charge. Both recalls began in March 2017.

Is your vehicle part of the recall?

Over 54,000 vehicles were originally part of this recall. As of April 9, 2021 – the last date information was available – 37,592 airbags had been replaced. To see if your car still needs to be repaired, use MotorSafety’s free lookup tool.

Ferrari Recalls Thousands of Vehicles Due to Takata Inflator Concerns

June 29, 2016 admin Takata Airbag Recalls

Englewood Cliffs, NJ — June 29, 2016 — Ferrari (NYSE:RACE) is recalling 2,820 vehicles that may be equipped with dangerous Takata airbags. The recall includes the following models:

2009 – 2011 Ferrari California
2010 – 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia

Recall summary

As with the other vehicles in the Takata recalls, the problem comes from the non-desiccated ammonium nitrate used in the airbag inflators. Exposure to humidity or changing temperatures increases the risk that this chemical will degrade and cause an explosion.

With each month, more vehicles are connected with the Takata air bag recalls. While the latest expansion includes models from several manufacturers, much of the coverage for this new round centers on the Ferrari recalls. It is the first time the famous automaker has taken part in the ongoing action.

According to Car and Driver, though Ferrari has recalled cars for issues with Takata air bags before, they were reportedly unrelated to the larger inflator concerns.

Safety concerns

A Part 573 Safety Recall Report from the organization described the hazards in these cars. As with other Takata inflators, the units in the Ferrari vehicles could potentially rupture and release metal shards dangerously close to occupants.

The repair

Ferrari dealers will replace the passenger front airbag, free of charge. The automaker will continue to use risk assessments to help guide its recall actions.

The recall began on October 30, 2017.

Is your vehicle part of the recall?

Over 2,800 vehicles were originally part of this recall. As of April 9, 2021 – the last date information was available – 2,449 airbags had been replaced. To see if your car still needs to be repaired, use MotorSafety’s free lookup tool.

Tesla Motors Now a Part of Takata Inflator Recall

June 3, 2016 admin Takata Airbag Recalls

Washington, D.C. — June 3, 2016 — Recently, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has taken action to accelerate the Takata air bag recalls. This historic effort has already set records as the largest of its kind, as regulators work with the manufacturers to ensure full completion rates. The official website for the recall campaign, safecar.gov, lists 22 different makes currently involved with the mass recall. Now, a new company is part of the action: Tesla Motors, Inc.

As Bloomberg reported, including Tesla with the existing manufacturers extends the recall’s focus even farther, as the NHTSA works with the various carmakers involved. Back in August, the source reported that Tesla was one of just two car companies that had managed to stay out of the Takata recall actions, along with Volkswagen. The latter company is still not listed among the other participants on Safecar.

In a Takata press release, the company’s CEO, Shigehisa Takada, said that his business still wants to work with regulators to make vehicles safer. “Our actions, including the expansion of product recalls to cover all non-desiccated frontal inflator models, demonstrate our total commitment to safety and our intention to be part of the solution and to restore the confidence of the driving public,” he said.

Tesla has launched multiple recalls recently, including one that impacts 2,700 of its Model X vehicles, according to the Wall Street Journal. That recall centered around loose third-row seats, which could possibly detach if the car was involved in a collision.

Before that, Tesla comprehensively recalled dispersed Model S units after discovering a seatbelt assembly issue. While there were no injuries reported in connection to this problem the seatbelt would have posed a security risk if an affected vehicle was involved in a crash.

Volkswagen Contributes More Vehicles to Takata Recall

February 23, 2016 admin Takata Airbag Recalls, Volkswagen Recalls

Berlin, Germany — February 23, 2016 — While Volkswagen contends with its defeat device scandal, it is also involved in the ongoing Takata airbag recalls. Car and Driver reports that the manufacturer is recalling 680,000 vehicles that contain Takata side airbag inflators. These include CC, Jetta SportWagen, Passat, Golf and Eos vehicles with model years ranging between 2006 and 2014. Some of the Passats are only recalled on the German production side.

“The driver-side airbag is the only source of concern for most of the Volkswagen models.”

The new action is notable because it includes more recently manufactured vehicles than some of the other Takata airbag recalls. The source said that the driver-side airbag is the only source of concern for most of the models included.

In addition to Volkswagen’s efforts, fellow German automakers Audi, Daimler and BMW are recalling hundreds of thousands of vehicles apiece. Reuters states that the combined numbers add up to 2.5 million vehicles, adding to the 24 million vehicles involved in the Takata airbag recalls.

Volkswagen referenced the possible danger from this defect in a press release, while also acknowledging the steps it is taking to address owner safety.

“Volkswagen is not aware of any ruptured SDI or PSDI-5 inflator in any Volkswagen Group vehicle worldwide,” the statement read. “Once affected VINs and the recall remedy have been identified, Volkswagen will notify all owners of affected vehicles and will instruct them to arrange for an appointment with an authorized Volkswagen dealer.”

Faulty inflators from Takata could burst, potentially injuring occupants with metal shrapnel. To date, nine deaths have been connected to the airbag faults in the United States, and Takata has announced its plan to work with regulators to make its vehicles safer.

More than 300,000 Vehicles Recalled in New Toyota Action

February 10, 2016 admin Takata Airbag Recalls, Toyota Recalls

Tokyo, Japan — February 10, 2016 — Toyota’s new recall involves roof-mounted side airbags in a variety of models. The Associated Press featured a list of the affected vehicles, which include Tundras, Sequoias, Land Cruisers, 4-Runners and Lexus LX and GX 470s with model years ranging from 2003 to 2006. According to this source, occupants of these vehicles are at risk due to badly programmed air bag control computers.

“Occupants of these vehicles are at risk due to badly programmed air bag control computers.”

Altogether, the recall will involve 320,000 vehicles, which will be inspected by the appropriate dealers. Although no official notification date was listed, a press release from the manufacturer said that owners will be notified “by first class mail” as part of the recall.

This statement also added that the replacement airbag control module will have “improved programming” that unnecessarily triggers the Curtain-Shield-Airbags (CSAs), which could actually cause more danger. Earlier this month, a similar recall concerned thousands of Lexus RX 350 and RX 450h vehicles for knee airbag modules: in that case, the modules were said to be improperly manufactured.

“Due to improper programming in the airbag control modules, there is a possibility that, under certain specific and limited conditions shortly after startup, the CSAs and seat belt pretensioners could activate when not necessary,” the statement said. “Unexpected activation of the CSAs could increase the risk of injury to the occupant,” it added.

As Automotive News stated, neither of these Toyota recalls are connected to the Takata airbag inflator concerns that have affected millions of units. However, 2015 Toyota vehicles are reportedly part of the ongoing investigations.

Honda, Subaru Models Added to Takata Recall

January 19, 2016 admin Honda Recalls, Subaru Recalls, Takata Airbag Recalls

Washington, DC — January 19, 2016 — Honda’s involvement in the Takata airbag inflator recalls has been notable, considering the related fatalities in Honda vehicles. Late last month, the manufacturer announced that it would recall 127,000 CR-V’s with 2003 and 2004 model years, as Car and Driver reports. That month also saw the manufacturer submit a recall amendment to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, which named both 2WD and 4WD models as part of the action.

Throughout 2015, the NHTSA has posted updates to efforts related to passenger side front airbag Honda recalls. CR-V’s were included among the nine models mentioned in the first recall, originally noted this past June. The amendment states that owner notification is believed to be completed by January 29.

The NHTSA also noted progress in the existing Takata airbag recall efforts

On December 23, the agency also noted progress in the existing Takata airbag recall efforts. In addition to the Honda CR-V’s, the updates to the recall include Mazda 6 vehicles from between 2005 and 2008, and Subaru Legacy and Outback vehicles from the same model year period. It also appointed law firm partner John Buretta as an assistant in monitoring Takata’s further activities as the recall process continues.

“The expansions are the result of Takata ballistic testing conducted over recent months,” the statement reads. “Consumers are urged to check their Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) for open recalls and to contact their local dealer to schedule repairs.”

This statement also referenced nine total fatalities connected to the defect worldwide, with the most recent in a 2001 vehicle operated in a humid region. Previous reports on the recall have noted how humidity and high heat can make inflators more likely to rupture.

More Than 1.5 Million Toyota Cars Recalled in Japan

December 7, 2015 admin Takata Airbag Recalls, Toyota Recalls

Tokyo, Japan — December 07, 2015 — As part of the latest developments in the Takata airbag recalls, Toyota is extending its efforts and recalling more than 1 million vehicles in countries around the world. This action is notable because it comes after Takata was fined hundreds of millions of potential dollars by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration earlier this month, a record-setting penalty that signals an increased focus on correcting these problems. The recalls are still ongoing as further investigations continue.

While the manufacturer has already intended to recall 12 million vehicles worldwide for risk from the Takata airbag inflators, the 1.6 million vehicles included have already been previously recalled. Bloomberg reports that eight people have died from inflator explosion-related injuries so far, and nearly 100 injuries have been caused.

That source also stated that a new injury is part of the reason for this latest action: a Nissan SUV in Japan reportedly underwent a rupture that hurt an occupant. This recall so far only affects vehicles outside of the United States, particularly in Japan but also in parts of western Europe.

In total, 22 models available in Japan are subject to this Toyota recall, with manufacture dates as old as 2004. As of October 28, 2015, most of the injuries and fatalities connected to the Takata inflator ruptures occurred in Honda vehicles: Toyota models were only involved in five incidents, the most recent listed as December 25, 2014. Nissan vehicles were also responsible for the same number of incidents, stretching as far back as January 2, 2014.

Honda Models at Highest Risk in Ongoing Takata Recall

November 30, 2015 admin Honda Recalls, Takata Airbag Recalls

Washington, DC — November 30, 2015 — Earlier this month, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration announced that it would impose a record fine on Takata after the massive recalls following concern over its potentially explosive airbag inflators. More recently, the organization has sought out possible applicants to work as a monitor as described in a Consent Order and Coordinated Remedy Order.

Though the recalls have affected 12 manufacturers, including Toyota, Ford and Nissan, the brand with the largest amount of models at high risk is Honda, which claims to have fixed 44 percent of its recalled vehicle population.

Honda vehicles have also been involved in the accidents the faulty inflators have caused. Most recently, a Utah woman named Randi Johnson sued the company for an explosion that damaged her vocal cords this September. This incident involved a 2003 Honda Civic: Honda reportedly has nine models at the highest levels of risk, dating back as far as model year 2001. There have been eight fatal accidents traced to these inflators so far.

Late last month, the New York Times reported on a different Honda recall centered on hundreds of thousands of Accords. Improper sensors in these vehicles could activate airbags if doors were slammed too hard: complaints surrounding this issue reportedly stretch as far back as last year.

After Honda, the manufacturer with the highest number of affected models is Fiat Chrysler, responsible for seven models at the highest level of risk. As CNBC notes, Priority One vehicle owner demand has to be met by March 31 of next year.

Recalled Nissans Could Deactivate Airbags

November 18, 2015 admin Nissan Recalls, Takata Airbag Recalls

Franklin, TN — November 18, 2015 — Some Nissan vehicles may sport a defect that puts passengers at risk during a crash. A letter from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) announced that six different models of Nissan cars, including three types of Infiniti vehicles as well as Altimas, Pathfinders and Sentras, are part of a new recall action first reported on October 20. Model years range from 2013 to 2015, and 919 units total are affected.

The key issue concerns malfunctioning Occupant Classification Systems. In these cars, a bad control unit could deactivate a passenger-side airbag after falsely determining that no one was sitting there. This problem comes from faulty parts acquired through a “supply chain error,” according to the Part 573 Safety Recall Report, also from the NHTSA.

As the recall plays out over this month, dealers can prepare for the official remedy actions, which include updating the software after connecting to the vehicle. A bulletin from the company instructs dealers to repair the OCS using the ASIST software system, as long as no people or objects are in the vehicle at the time of operation.

“Only specific vehicles identified in Service COMM (VIN specific) are subject to this campaign because they may have previously been serviced with an incorrect part,” the bulletin states. “Other vehicles within the specified date range are not subject to this campaign.”

Nissan has previously conducted an OCS-related recall campaign in 2014. This latest action was sparked after further investigations begun earlier this year: the company issued the recall after determining how widespread the effects would be.

Even More Vehicles Added in GM Takata Airbag Recall

October 28, 2015 admin Takata Airbag Recalls

Warren, MI — October, 28 2015 — General Motors has recalled 395 vehicles equipped with defective airbag systems. The recall includes the following models:

2015 Chevrolet Camaro
2015 Chevrolet Equinox
2015 Chevrolet Malibu
2015 Buick LaCrosse
2015 Cadillac XTS
2015 GMC Terrain

Recall Summary

As the Part 573 Safety Recall Report notes, the seat-mounted side impact airbag modules in the front of several 2015 brands could contain the kind of exploding inflators seen in other units. The airbag could also simply not inflate at all when needed.

Although the specific cause behind this fault is not known, a side airbag inflator failed a Takata Lot Acceptance Test earlier this month, with both that company and GM taking action to look into this issue. Potentially affected vehicles include

The manufacturer plans to replace the inflators and also use those replaced units for “further investigation.” Customers are expected to receive letters about this issue starting October 20, with the Campaign Initiation Detail Report available soon. Dealers should have already received notification, as the original dates ranged from October 16 to 19.

“In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of one or both of the side impact air bags, the inflator(s) could rupture with inflator components striking the vehicle occupants, potentially resulting in serious injury or death,” the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) says in a letter about the subject.

The repair

GM will replace the side airbags. The new replacement modules will feature inflators that are not currently under suspicion.

Is your vehicle part of the recall?

Nearly 400 vehicles were originally part of this recall. As of April 21, 2017, – the last date for which information was available – 342 airbags had been replaced.To see if your car still needs to be repaired, use MotorSafety’s free lookup tool.

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