Takata Recall May Expand

Feb. 22, 2016

Feb. 22, 2016—Nearly 90 million additional Takata Corp. airbag inflators are being examined by U.S. auto safety regulators for a possible recall, according to a report by Reuters.

As many as 120 million Takata inflators in U.S. vehicles may endanger drivers because of ammonium nitrate, a chemical that is used in the inflators that can cause inflators to rupture and explode, according to the report.

The number of vehicles affected is still unclear because many have more than one inflator, and not always from the same manufacture, reports Reuters.

If the recall happens, that would quadruple the 29 million inflators recalled so far.

Sponsored Recommendations

How one auto shop was able to order 20% more parts

Learn how one auto shop talks about the benefit of using PartsTech in their shop.

Vehicle Inspection Checklist For Auto Shops

Vehicle inspections, whether digital or on paper, are crucial for auto shops, ensuring thorough assessments and fostering trust by transparently revealing a vehicle's condition...

6 Reasons Why A Digital Vehicle Inspection Is A Must-Have

In an era of growing technology and innovation, auto repair shops must keep pace with the latest advancements to meet customers preferences and remain competitive.

How Your Auto Shop Can Now Connect To 30 Tire Suppliers For Free

Yep! We have over 50 tire suppliers in our network. And PartsTech is the only platform where you can access more than 30 of those suppliers FREE OF CHARGE.