They've been studying the problem for eight years By James R. Hood of ConsumerAffairs December 19, 2024 The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is notoriously slow to act. How slow? Well, it's been studying 50 million airbags in 13 kinds of cars for eight years with no decision. Now it says it needs more time to study the situation. Key Points Background: The inflators, made by ARC Automotive and Delphi Automotive, are linked to one fatality and seven injuries. Next Steps: NHTSA is gathering more technical and manufacturing information to assess the risks. Automakers Opposition: Major manufacturers like GM, Toyota, and Volkswagen oppose a recall, arguing the risk is minimal. The affected inflators were used in vehicles made from 2000 to 2018. NHTSA first called for a voluntary recall in May 2023, but manufacturers have resisted. Further action will depend on the ongoing investigation. Automakers resist pressure… ...[TheTopNews] Read More.
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