Category Archives: airbag problems

Ford F150 Air Bag Recall

Posted on May 18, 2012 by admin

Ford is recalling certain 2012 F150 pickup trucks because the Occupant Classification system Module (OCSM) may have the wrong software installed. The OCSM software is used to classify the size of the occupant in the passenger seat and deploy the … Continue reading →

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Infiniti Q45 Air Bag Problem

Posted on March 5, 2012 by admin

Nissan is recalling some 2003-2005 Infiniti Q45 vehicles because the connectors for the seat mount airbags could experience an increased electrical resistance. In the event of an accident, the airbag may not deploy, leaving the occupants unprotected. Owners wanting more information on the recall can contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261. Continue reading →

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Volvo Recalled For Wiring Problem

Posted on March 3, 2012 by admin

Volvo is recalling certain 2012 S60, S80, XC60, and XC70 vehicles for a wire harness that could become disconnected when the seats are adjusted. During an accident, the side impact airbags and the lap belt petitioner may not work properly leaving the occupants unprotected. Volvo will inspect and secure the harness as necessary. Owners wanting more information on the problem can contact Volvo at 1-800-458-1552.
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Honda Recalls More Side Curtain Airbags

Posted on February 20, 2012 by admin

A recent recall on some 2012 Honda Accord and Crosstour vehicles has been expanded to include certain 2012 Honda Civic and 2012 Acura MDX vehicles. The problem is side curtain airbag inflators that were improperly manufactured. In the event of … Continue reading →

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Airbags Recalled On Subaru Vehicles

Posted on February 16, 2012 by admin

Subaru has announced a small recall that will have almost 400, 2012 Legacy and 2012 Outback vehicle owners, bringing in their vehicles to have the curtain side airbags replaced. According to the recall report, an incorrect mixture of propellant for … Continue reading →

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Honda Experiences Airbag Problems

Posted on February 3, 2012 by admin

Honda has announced a recall for certain 2012 Accord and Crosstour vehicles, for side curtain airbags that may not inflate during an accident. According to the recall report filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), some side curtain airbag inflators may have been manufactured out of specifications. Honda will inspect and replace any driver’s side and/or passenger’s side curtain airbags as required, starting February 10, 2012. Owners wanting more information on the recall can contact Honda customer service at 1-800-999-1009. Continue reading →

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Inadvertent Airbag Deployment In Jeep Liberty

Posted on January 25, 2012 by admin

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is investigating inadvertent airbag deployment ins some 2003-2003 Jeep Liberty SUV’s. The investigation was first started in September of last year after 20 customers complained that their airbags inflated inadvertently. Today there have … Continue reading →

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Kia Optima And Rondo Experiences Airbag Problems

Posted on January 19, 2012 by admin

Kia has announced a recall that will affect almost 145,000, 2006-2008 Kia Optima cars and 2007-2008 Kia Rondo crossover vehicles. According to the manufacturer, the clock spring contact assembly for the driver’s side air bag could become damaged and develop … Continue reading →

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Volkswagen Finds Airbag Flaw In Audi A6

Posted on December 13, 2011 by admin

A recent Volkswagen airbag recall could leave some 2012 Audi A6 drivers unprotected. In the report filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), Audi said that the driver and passenger curtain air bags may have not been stitched … Continue reading →

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GM Airbag Problems

Posted on November 18, 2011 by admin

GM is recalling certain 2012 Chevrolet Express and 2012 GMC Savanna vehicles because the airbags may not deploy properly. According to the report filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) the second stage of the dual stage air … Continue reading →

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