If you’ve been driving for a while, you know that every now and then a recall comes out for a vehicle that can either be important to the point where your car needs immediate repair, or it may be a recall where it can wait until the time is right. If you’re new to the car world, these things happen as manufactures tend to find out about issues after their cars have been driven around long enough for the public to find long-term flaws in their car’s system. Recently, the Takata airbags have been recalled and it might affect your vehicle. We’ll explain.
What’s the recall for
This time the recall isn’t for one vehicle or model. This recall is being issued for any car that has Takata airbags installed. This can convert vehicles from a few years prior to current. What’s wrong with these airbags that they’re being recalled is that they can explode once deployed due to prolonged periods of heat. Normally, heat won’t affect airbags in that way meaning they should stand the test of time. With the Takata airbags, this isn’t the case. These explosions after deployment can lead to serious injury and even death.
What the NHTSA is urging drivers to do
The NHTSA is urging all drivers with Takata airbags to take their cars in for serving to have the faulty airbags addressed.
Is your car under recall?
When a recall is announced from a car manufacturer, any owners that own the models affected will receive a letter in the mail stating what specific steps needs to be to ensure driver and passenger safety. If your car had the Takata airbags, you should receive a letter in the mail. But it never hurts to call your local dealership and check. You can also use the online recall checker as well. Make sure to have your car’s VIN number handy for this step.
What should you do if your car is under recall?
If you happened to receive a recall letter in the mail or you suspect that your car may fall under the recall, give Marianna Toyota a call so that we can further assist you and get your car the services that you need to get you back to driving safely.
For years, Marianna Toyota has been serving drivers with the best and safest vehicles on the market. We pride ourselves on knowing that when we give you the keys, you’re going to drive away happy. If you’re in the market for a new vehicle this season, then give us a call at 850-526-3511. Additionally, we are located at 2961 Pennsylvania Avenue Marianna, FL 32448.