Nissan Urges Owners to Stop Driving Older Models Due to Explosive Airbags
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Over 6 million U.S. vehicles still have potentially dangerous Takata airbags, despite a decade-long recall. These airbags, which can explode due to long-term exposure to heat and humidity, have caused injuries and deaths. Nissan has issued a "do not drive" warning for over 80,000 older vehicles. To check if your car is affected, use your VIN on the NHTSA's recall list or contact your local dealer for a free repair.
- 6 million vehicles still contain recalled Takata air bags: How to see if your car is affected USA TODAY
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- How to tell if your older vehicle has a potentially dangerous Takata air bag under recall The Associated Press
- Nissan issues 'do not drive' warning for older vehicles, says Takata airbags can explode ABC News
- Nissan issues 'do not drive' alert for nearly 84,000 older models with recalled airbags CNBC
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