Takata Ordered to Initiate National Airbag Recall

Jason Siu
by Jason Siu

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has ordered Takata to take part of a nationwide recall for its defective airbags.

NHTSA said Takata’s approach to fixing the potentially deadly flaw has been insufficient as the agency has told the company in a letter that identifies a defect in “driver’s side airbag inflators and is nationwide in scope.” According to a report, if Takata refuses to take part in the nationwide recall, it could be fined up to $7,000 per violation. NHTSA has been urging automakers to treat the massive airbag issue as a defect worthy of national recall and is compelling Takata to do the same hoping that the company will take more aggressive steps to ensure a supply of replacement parts sufficient to meet national demand.

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Takata has pushed back against the NHTSA saying that recalling vehicles in other non-humid areas would cause a shortage of parts and slow repairs. Currently, Takata airbag inflators may malfunction if exposed to constant high humidity.

[Source: Automotive News]

Jason Siu
Jason Siu

Jason Siu began his career in automotive journalism in 2003 with Modified Magazine, a property previously held by VerticalScope. As the West Coast Editor, he played a pivotal role while also extending his expertise to Modified Luxury & Exotics and Modified Mustangs. Beyond his editorial work, Jason authored two notable Cartech books. His tenure at AutoGuide.com saw him immersed in the daily news cycle, yet his passion for hands-on evaluation led him to focus on testing and product reviews, offering well-rounded recommendations to AutoGuide readers. Currently, as the Content Director for VerticalScope, Jason spearheads the content strategy for an array of online publications, a role that has him at the helm of ensuring quality and consistency across the board.

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