Company has admitted it was aware of the issues in its airbags
The recall for the Takata Airbag continues, with millions of vehicles affected by the problem. To find out if your vehicle is affected, visit the NHTSA website and type in your vehicle’s identification number. If your vehicle is subject to recall or recalled, you must call the manufacturer to request an airbag replacement, or determine whether it’s worth replacing whole airbag. While you wait, visit the website of the NHTSA to learn what your next step needs to be.
The company has admitted it was aware of the issues in its airbags, yet continued to sell millions of them. It is unclear what was causing the airbags to fail in such a large number of instances however it shouldn’t come as surprising that the manufacturer didn’t guarantee replacement parts. Takata has stated that it is trying to boost production up to one million units per month, but it has been slow to reveal the full extent of issues. The company does not provide spare parts, unless the problem resulted from its own fault.
Another possible reason for why Takata airbags need to be pulled back is the fact that the chemical compound used to make the airbags isn’t stable. Ammonium, the chemical compound Nitrite, is extremely unstable, leading to airbags to break during warmer temperatures. This is particularly true in humid areas, like Florida. The recall comes as a consequence of a court order by the U.S. government. Takata has accepted that its rivals produce the replacement parts with it. But this won’t aid those who aren’t aware of the issue.
The company has announced that Toyota has announced that it will replace airbag inflators with non-Takata technology in certain automobiles. A representative for Toyota states that the recall will be completed in a year before schedule since the automaker is able to supply replacement components. Mazda’s airbag recall is set to be extended, too as the firm has promised to replace without hassle Takata airbags. If you’re the owner of the Takata airbag and suspect that your vehicle may be affected, you should contact the car’s manufacturer right away.
In July 2013, Takata has issued recalls for 42 million vehicles due the problem with their inflators for airbags. The recall is affecting hybrid and sedan versions that include Honda’s Honda Civic and Honda Platinum Rui. Honda has also increased production of airbags that are replacement. But, the recall will not end until a thorough investigation is concluded. Takata is accused of concealing information and disguising documents from scrutiny in spite of the fact that Takata was the only company that recalled their airbags.
In an official press release, Takata, the manufacturer of Takata airbag announced that more than 34 million vehicles have been recalled. This means there’s more likelihood that the Takata airbag can result in crashes. In addition to recalling vehicles, Takata also announced that it will begin recalling driver’s side airbag in between 2001 and 2007 Honda Civic. The recall will also affect certain Ford Range models and Mazda B-Series trucks.