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Chrysler is recalling over 250,000 Pacifica and Voyager vehicles from 2022-2025 to fix potential airbag issues caused by improperly sealed seams, with free inspections and replacements. The recall aims to address a safety concern where side curtain airbags may not deploy properly during crashes, although no injuries have been reported. This follows previous recalls by Stellantis for related vehicle safety issues.
Mazda is recalling over 170,000 Mazda3 and CX-30 vehicles due to an airbag issue where the airbags may fail to deploy if the battery is accidentally drained, a problem initially blamed on user error but later acknowledged by the company after regulatory pressure. The issue affects vehicles from 2024-2025 and involves a fault in the airbag sensor caused by specific battery drain scenarios, with Mazda now offering reprogramming or replacement of the sensor. The recall comes after months of Mazda denying the safety risk, despite reports and investigations.
Honda is recalling over 750,000 vehicles due to airbag issues related to the front passenger seat weight sensor, affecting various models from 2020 to 2022, with no reported injuries or deaths. General Motors is recalling more than 323,000 heavy-duty pickup trucks due to potential short-circuiting of electronic tailgates, with one minor injury incident reported, covering certain Chevy Silverado and GMC Sierra trucks from 2020 through 2024. Both companies will notify vehicle owners on March 18 and provide free replacements for the affected parts.
Ford is recalling over 310,000 trucks in the US due to a potential issue that could prevent the driver's front airbag from inflating during a crash. The recall affects certain F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 Super Duty truck models from the 2016 model year. Ford will replace the steering wheel wiring assembly at no cost to owners, who will begin being notified on July 5. There have been no reported crashes or injuries caused by the issue.
Ford is recalling over 310,000 trucks in the US due to a potential issue with the driver's front airbag not inflating during a crash. The recall affects certain F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 Super Duty trucks from the 2016 model year. The problem is caused by dust accumulation in a cable inside the steering wheel, which interrupts the electrical connection. Ford is not aware of any crashes or injuries caused by the issue, and dealers will replace the steering wheel wiring assembly at no cost to owners.
Ford is recalling over 310,000 trucks in the US due to a potential issue with the driver's front airbag not inflating during a crash. The recall affects certain F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 Super Duty trucks from the 2016 model year. The problem is caused by dust accumulation in a cable inside the steering wheel, which interrupts the electrical connection. Ford will replace the steering wheel wiring assembly at no cost to owners, who will be notified starting July 5.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has demanded that ARC Automotive recall 67 million airbag inflators that can potentially send shrapnel through the cabin in the event of a crash, causing injury or death. However, ARC Automotive is pushing back, arguing that the Safety Act allows vehicle manufacturers, not original equipment manufacturers, to have recall responsibility for any defects found in original equipment installed in their vehicles. Other brands that have recalled cars for ARC inflators include BMW, Ford, and Volkswagen.
Motorcycle airbag systems, such as Dainese's D-Air and Alpinestars' TechAir, can greatly improve crash survivability by supporting the head and neck and protecting the chest and back from impacts. The systems use gyroscope sensors and sophisticated crash detection algorithms to inflate before impact. While they can sometimes get confused and deploy unnecessarily, most systems are reusable and require repacking and recharging at the manufacturer. Investing in quality safety gear, including an airbag system, is crucial for motorcycle riders to mitigate risks on the road.
Volkswagen is recalling over 143,000 SUVs due to an issue that could affect the deployment of the front passenger airbag. The passenger occupant detection systems in the affected SUVs could deactivate the airbag even when the seat is occupied, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash. The recall affects Atlas models from 2018 to 2021 and Atlas Cross Sport models from 2020. Owners will be notified by mail in May, and the front passenger seat should not be used until the issue is fixed. Volkswagen will offer a reimbursement plan under the recall.
Volkswagen is recalling over 140,000 of their SUVs due to faulty wiring in the occupant detection system, which might fail to recognize someone sitting in the front passenger seat and mistakenly deactivate the airbag. Until the free recall repair is developed and completed, owners should not allow anyone to sit in the front passenger seat. Volkswagen will notify affected owners as soon as the repair is available.
Volkswagen has issued a recall for 143,000 Atlas SUVs due to potential faulty occupant-detection systems in front passenger seats. The passenger occupant-detection system may experience a fault in the wiring, which could deactivate the front passenger airbag even when the seat is occupied. Volkswagen is currently developing a remedy, which it expects to be ready likely in late 2023. Until then, owners are advised not to let people sit in the front passenger seats.