Toyota Motor has issued a warning urging approximately 50,000 owners of older US vehicles to stop driving immediately and seek prompt recall repairs due to a potentially lethal defect in the air bag inflators. <o:p></o:p>

The advisory specifically covers certain 2003-2004 model year Corolla, 2003-2004 Corolla Matrix, and 2004-2005 RAV4s equipped with Takata air bag inflators. The Japanese automaker highlighted the gravity of the situation, stating that the faulty inflator could explode, posing a severe threat.<o:p></o:p>

Toyota's precautionary measure comes as a response to the longstanding global issue of Takata air bag inflators, linked to over 30 deaths worldwide, including 26 in the United States, and hundreds of injuries across various automakers since 2009. <o:p></o:p>

The defect causes the inflators to explode, releasing dangerous metal shrapnel within vehicles. This alarming situation has led to the recall of more than 67 million Takata air bag inflators in the United States alone by over 20 automakers, constituting the largest auto safety callback in history.<o:p></o:p>

In this latest recall by Toyota, the focus is on specific models, with the RAV4 recall involving the driver's airbag and the other recalls concerning the front passenger airbag only. Additionally, certain Corolla and Corolla Matrix models are subject to a second recall that may cause the airbag to deploy even in the absence of a crash. <o:p></o:p>

Toyota refrained from disclosing whether the "Do Not Drive" warning stemmed from a specific incident, such as a serious injury or fatality. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is yet to provide immediate comment on the matter.<o:p></o:p>

The urgency surrounding air bag safety recalls is not new to the automotive industry. Stellantis, the parent company of Chrysler, issued a similar warning in July for 29,000 owners of 2003 Dodge Ram pickups after a fatal incident involving a Takata air-bag inflator. <o:p></o:p>

Stellantis had previously urged owners of 276,000 older US vehicles to stop driving in November 2022 following three crash deaths linked to faulty Takata air bag inflators reported that year. Honda Motor also faced a similar situation in February 2023, issuing a "Do Not Drive" warning for 8,200 Acura and Honda vehicles after a driver's death in Kentucky from a defective Takata air bag inflator.<o:p></o:p>

(With inputs from Reuters)<o:p></o:p>

Toyota Motor has issued a warning urging approximately 50,000 owners of older US vehicles to stop driving immediately and seek prompt recall repairs due to a potentially lethal defect in the air bag inflators.

Toyota Motor has issued a warning urging approximately 50,000 owners of older US vehicles to stop driving immediately and seek prompt recall repairs due to a potentially lethal defect in the air bag inflators. The advisory specifically covers certain 2003-2004 model year Corolla, 2003-2004 Corolla Matrix, and 2004-2005 RAV4s equipped with Takata air bag inflators. The Japanese automaker highlighted the gravity of the situation, stating that the faulty inflator could explode, posing a severe threat. Toyota's precautionary measure comes as a response to the longstanding global issue of Takata air bag inflators, linked to over 30 deaths worldwide, including 26 in the United States, and hundreds of injuries across various automakers since 2009. The defect causes the inflators to explode, releasing dangerous metal shrapnel within vehicles. This alarming situation has led to the recall of more than 67 million Takata air bag inflators in the United States alone by over 20 automakers, constituting the largest auto safety callback in history. In this latest recall by Toyota, the focus is on specific models, with the RAV4 recall involving the driver's airbag and the other recalls concerning the front passenger airbag only. Additionally, certain Corolla and Corolla Matrix models are subject to a second recall that may cause the airbag to deploy even in the absence of a crash. Toyota refrained from disclosing whether the "Do Not Drive" warning stemmed from a specific incident, such as a serious injury or fatality. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is yet to provide immediate comment on the matter. The urgency surrounding air bag safety recalls is not new to the automotive industry. Stellantis, the parent company of Chrysler, issued a similar warning in July for 29,000 owners of 2003 Dodge Ram pickups after a fatal incident involving a Takata air-bag inflator. Stellantis had previously urged owners of 276,000 older US vehicles to stop driving in November 2022 following three crash deaths linked to faulty Takata air bag inflators reported that year. Honda Motor also faced a similar situation in February 2023, issuing a "Do Not Drive" warning for 8,200 Acura and Honda vehicles after a driver's death in Kentucky from a defective Takata air bag inflator. (With inputs from Reuters)

Toyota urges immediate repairs for 50,000 US vehicles over air bag threats

Korean automakers Kia and Hyundai have jointly initiated a recall of a staggering 3.37 million vehicles in the United States due to the risk of engine fires, prompting vehicle owners to park their cars outside and away from structures until the required repairs are completed.&nbsp;

Kia and Hyundai have taken this step in response to potential safety concerns raised by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The issue at hand revolves around internal brake fluid leaks that have the potential to trigger electrical shorts, leading to potential fires. The NHTSA has echoed the automakers' advice, urging vehicle owners to follow their guidance and park their cars outdoors until the essential repairs have been executed.&nbsp;

According to the NHTSA, Hyundai has reported 21 fires and 21 other thermal problems associated with the recall since 2017. On the other hand, Kia has reported at least 10 confirmed fire and melting occurrences. There have been no accidents, injuries, or deaths linked to the recalls, according to either automaker.&nbsp;

The recall issued by Kia America covers an extensive range of models, including Borrego, Cadenza, Forte, Sportage, K900, Optima, Soul, Rio, Sorento, and Rondo vehicles. These recalls span various model years from 2010 through 2017. The specific issue pertains to the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU), which may experience an electrical short as a result of brake fluid leaks. This electrical short has the potential to lead to engine compartment fires, whether the vehicle is parked or in motion.&nbsp;

On the other hand, Hyundai's recall affects approximately 1.64 million vehicles, encompassing models like Elantra, Genesis Coupe, Sonata Hybrid, Accent, Azera, Veloster, Santa Fe, Equus, Veracruz, Tucson, Tucson Fuel Cell, and Santa Fe Sport. These recalls encompass model years from 2011 through 2015. The issues in Hyundai vehicles is linked to the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) module, which may internally leak brake fluid and cause an electrical short, subsequently leading to engine compartment fires when the vehicle is stationary or in operation.&nbsp;

Hyundai intends to advise customers to take their cars to a dealer to have the ABS module fuse replaced. According to NHTSA, Kia is still developing a solution. The recall will be announced to owners by the automakers in November.&nbsp;

(With inputs from Reuters)&nbsp;

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Korean automakers Kia and Hyundai have jointly initiated a recall of a staggering 3.37 million vehicles in the United States due to the risk of engine fires, prompting vehicle owners to park their cars outside and away from structures until the required repairs are completed.

Korean automakers Kia and Hyundai have jointly initiated a recall of a staggering 3.37 million vehicles in the United States due to the risk of engine fires, prompting vehicle owners to park their cars outside and away from structures until the required repairs are completed. Kia and Hyundai have taken this step in response to potential safety concerns raised by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The issue at hand revolves around internal brake fluid leaks that have the potential to trigger electrical shorts, leading to potential fires. The NHTSA has echoed the automakers' advice, urging vehicle owners to follow their guidance and park their cars outdoors until the essential repairs have been executed. According to the NHTSA, Hyundai has reported 21 fires and 21 other thermal problems associated with the recall since 2017. On the other hand, Kia has reported at least 10 confirmed fire and melting occurrences. There have been no accidents, injuries, or deaths linked to the recalls, according to either automaker. The recall issued by Kia America covers an extensive range of models, including Borrego, Cadenza, Forte, Sportage, K900, Optima, Soul, Rio, Sorento, and Rondo vehicles. These recalls span various model years from 2010 through 2017. The specific issue pertains to the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU), which may experience an electrical short as a result of brake fluid leaks. This electrical short has the potential to lead to engine compartment fires, whether the vehicle is parked or in motion. On the other hand, Hyundai's recall affects approximately 1.64 million vehicles, encompassing models like Elantra, Genesis Coupe, Sonata Hybrid, Accent, Azera, Veloster, Santa Fe, Equus, Veracruz, Tucson, Tucson Fuel Cell, and Santa Fe Sport. These recalls encompass model years from 2011 through 2015. The issues in Hyundai vehicles is linked to the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) module, which may internally leak brake fluid and cause an electrical short, subsequently leading to engine compartment fires when the vehicle is stationary or in operation. Hyundai intends to advise customers to take their cars to a dealer to have the ABS module fuse replaced. According to NHTSA, Kia is still developing a solution. The recall will be announced to owners by the automakers in November. (With inputs from Reuters) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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