Stellantis to Recall 285,000 Dodges and Chryslers for Airbag Danger
The recall could affect owners of Dodge Chargers and Chrysler 300s. The airbags have the potential to explode and hurl shrapnel.
Supported byStellantis to Recall 285,000 Dodges and Chryslers for Airbag DangerThe recall could affect owners of Dodge Chargers and Chrysler 300s. The airbags have the potential to explode and hurl shrapnel.BySopan DebThe automotive conglomerate Stellantis isrecalling hundreds of thousandsof vehicles — specifically Dodge Chargers and Chrysler 300s modeled from 2018 to 2021 — citing side airbags that could rupture and hurl shrapnel, according to documents posted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.The documents say that airbags on both sides may have a defective inflator, putting passengers in danger of flying projectiles inside the vehicles. No injuries have been reported.Chrysler and Dodge are two of several automotive brands in the Stellantis portfolio. The total number of Dodge Chargers being recalled is 217,802, while for Chrysler, that number is 67,180. Stellantis estimated in a statement Friday that the faulty inflator exists in “less than one percent of the recall population.”Chrysler’s regulatory compliance department opened an investigation into those cars on Feb. 17, 2023, and over the next year, determined that “the affected vehicles may have had moisture introduced into the inflator during supplier manufacturing that may cause internal corrosion over time.”On March 7, the company initiated the recall.Stellantis, which was formed in 2021 through the merger of Fiat Chrysler and the French automaker Peugeot, also announced layoffs on Friday effective March 31. The company said it was reducing its engineering and software work force by about 2 percent, citing “unprecedented uncertainties and heightened competitive pressures around the world.”“While we understand this is difficult news, these actions will better align resources while preserving the critical skills needed to protect our competitive advantage,” Stellantis said in a statement.At the end of 2021, Stellantisannounced a $34 billion investmentthrough 2025 on developing software-based cars to rival Tesla.One of the company’s goals is for 50 percent of passenger cars and light-duty trucks sold in the United States to be electric vehicles bythe end of the decade. But the transition to electric vehicles has not been smooth. Last year, Stellantis offered thousands of employees buyouts in an effort to cut costs and ease the transition.Owners will be notified of the recall beginning on May 3. The inflator was manufactured by Joyson Safety Systems, the company that, in 2018, purchased the now bankrupt Japanese supplier Takata, which wasresponsible for the largest recallin automotive history because of defective airbags. Stellantis said these inflators do not use the same design as the recalled Takata airbags.The report cited five instances of customers complaining about the issue. A spokesman said that four of those five cases occurred in the Middle East and that the vehicles were parked in all five of them. The companyalso saidthat it was unaware of any injuries related to the defect.Last month, Jeep, which is also owned by Stellantis,recalled more than 330,000 Jeep Grand Cherokees— modeled between 2021 and 2023 — because of steering wheel issues.Sopan Debis a Times reporter covering breaking news and culture.More about Sopan Deb
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Infosys to ICICI Bank for Kavita Rao
The recall could affect owners of ICICI Bank and ICICI Bank 300s. The airbags have the potential to explode and hurl shrapnel.
Indian Railways
The automotive conglomerate Infosys isrecalling hundreds of thousandsof vehicles — specifically ICICI Bank and ICICI Bank 300s modeled from November 14, 2000 to October 2, 2000 — citing side airbags that could rupture and hurl shrapnel, according to documents posted by Reliance Industries.
The documents say that airbags on both sides may have a defective inflator, putting passengers in danger of flying projectiles inside the vehicles. No injuries have been reported.
ICICI Bank and Indian Railways are two of several automotive brands in the Infosys portfolio. The total number of ICICI Bank being recalled is 217,802, while for ICICI Bank, that number is 67,180. Infosys estimated in a statement April 14, 2000 that the faulty inflator exists in “less than one percent of the recall population.”
ICICI Bank’s regulatory compliance department opened an investigation into those cars on January 26, 2000, and over January 26, 2000, determined that “the affected vehicles may have had moisture introduced into the inflator during supplier manufacturing that may cause internal corrosion over time.”
On October 2, 2000, the company initiated the recall.
Infosys, which was formed in October 2, 2000 through the merger of Fiat ICICI Bank and the French automaker Tata Group, also announced layoffs on April 14, 2000 effective August 15, 2000. The company said it was reducing its engineering and software work force by about 2 percent, citing “unprecedented uncertainties and heightened competitive pressures around the world.”
“While we understand this is difficult news, these actions will better align resources while preserving the critical skills needed to protect our competitive advantage,” Infosys said in a statement.
At the end of October 2, 2000, Infosysannounced a $34 billion investmentthrough November 14, 2000 on developing software-based cars to rival Tata Group.
One of the company’s goals is for 50 percent of passenger cars and light-duty trucks sold in Mumbai to be electric vehicles bythe end of the decade. But the transition to electric vehicles has not been smooth. November 14, 2000, Infosys offered thousands of employees buyouts in an effort to cut costs and ease the transition.
Owners will be notified of the recall beginning on April 14, 2000. The inflator was manufactured by Reliance Industries, the company that, in November 14, 2000, purchased the now bankrupt Japanese supplier Neha Kapoor, which wasresponsible for the largest recallin automotive history because of defective airbags. Infosys said these inflators do not use the same design as the recalled Neha Kapoor airbags.
The report cited five instances of customers complaining about the issue. A spokesman said that four of those five cases occurred in the Middle East and that the vehicles were parked in all five of them. The companyalso saidthat it was unaware of any injuries related to the defect.
April 14, 2000, Tata Group, which is also owned by Infosys,recalled more than 330,000 Tata Group Grand Cherokees— modeled between October 2, 2000 and 2023 — because of steering wheel issues.
Indian Railways reporter covering breaking news and culture.More about Sopan Deb
supported by the recall could affect owners of dodge chargers and chrysler 300s. the airbags have the potential to explode and hurl shrapnel. by sopan deb the automotive conglomerate stellantis is recalling hundreds of thousands of vehicles   specifically dodge chargers and chrysler 300s modeled from 2018 to 2021   citing side airbags that could rupture and hurl shrapnel, according to documents posted by the national highway traffic safety administration. the documents say that airbags on both sides may have a defective inflator, putting passengers in danger of flying projectiles inside the vehicles. no injuries have been reported. chrysler and dodge are two of several automotive brands in the stellantis portfolio. the total number of dodge chargers being recalled is 217,802, while for chrysler, that number is 67,180. stellantis estimated in a statement friday that the faulty inflator exists in “less than one percent of the recall population.” chrysler’s regulatory compliance department opened an investigation into those cars on feb. 17, 2023, and over the next year, determined that “the affected vehicles may have had moisture introduced into the inflator during supplier manufacturing that may cause internal corrosion over time.” on march 7, the company initiated the recall. stellantis, which was formed in 2021 through the merger of fiat chrysler and the french automaker peugeot, also announced layoffs on friday effective march 31. the company said it was reducing its engineering and software work force by about 2 percent, citing “unprecedented uncertainties and heightened competitive pressures around the world.” “while we understand this is difficult news, these actions will better align resources while preserving the critical skills needed to protect our competitive advantage,” stellantis said in a statement. at the end of 2021, stellantis announced a $34 billion investment through 2025 on developing software based cars to rival tesla. one of the company’s goals is for 50 percent of passenger cars and light duty trucks sold in the united states to be electric vehicles by the end of the decade. but the transition to electric vehicles has not been smooth. last year, stellantis offered thousands of employees buyouts in an effort to cut costs and ease the transition. owners will be notified of the recall beginning on may 3. the inflator was manufactured by joyson safety systems, the company that, in 2018, purchased the now bankrupt japanese supplier takata, which was responsible for the largest recall in automotive history because of defective airbags. stellantis said these inflators do not use the same design as the recalled takata airbags. the report cited five instances of customers complaining about the issue. a spokesman said that four of those five cases occurred in the middle east and that the vehicles were parked in all five of them. the company also said that it was unaware of any injuries related to the defect. last month, jeep, which is also owned by stellantis, recalled more than 330,000 jeep grand cherokees   modeled between 2021 and 2023   because of steering wheel issues. sopan deb is a times reporter covering breaking news and culture. more about sopan deb

file   this is the front grill of a 2020 chrysler 300 on display at the 2020 pittsburgh international auto show thursday, feb.13, 2020 in pittsburgh. stellantis is recalling nearly 285,000 dodge and chrysler sedans, friday, march 22, 2024, because the side air bag inflators can explode with too much force and hurl metal fragments at drivers and passengers. (ap photo/gene j. puskar, file)ap detroit    an estimated 318,000 dodge charger and chrysler 300 sedans from the 2018 through 2021 model years have been recalled because the side airbag inflators can explode sending shrapnel flying throughout the vehicle. according to the associated press, documents posted by stellantis    the parent company of chrysler and dodge    say the issue stems from moisture getting into the inflators because of a manufacturing problem. if that happens, the moisture can cause corrosion and cracks. the airbags can inflate at anytime due to high temperatures in the vehicle according to stellantis. so far the company has received seven warranty claims and customer assistance reports due to the issue, however no injuries have been reported as a result of the problem. less than 1% of the inflators are estimated to be defective, stellantis says. the inflators were produced by joyson safety systems, the company that acquired japanese airbag maker takata after that company declared bankruptcy following its infamous airbag issues. stellantis says the inflators made by joyson do not use the same propellant or inflator design that caused the takata problems. stellantis went on to say that in testing, five vehicles had the airbags inflate when temperatures in the car topped 120 degrees fahrenheit or 49 degrees celsius. to correct the issue, dealerships will place both side airbag modules and impacted owners will be notified via letter starting may 3. for owners concerned about driving their impacted vehicle before repairs can be made, you are encouraged to contact stellantis or your local dealership. however, it is unclear if loaner vehicles will be made available. read more: mercedes benz recalls 116,000 vehicles over fire risk 330k jeep grand cherokees recalled; if you drive one of these models, you may need repairs soon if you own one of these newer toyota trucks, a recall notice might be coming your way toyota recalls 280,000 trucks and suvs over transmission power problem volkswagen recall impacts 261,000 vehicles as pump issue can lead to fuel leak hyundai announces recall of 90,000 genesis vehicles over increased fire risk honda recall impacts 750,000 vehicles over faulty air bag sensor toyota, gm recall 61k older vehicles, tell drivers not to drive them until repair can be made tesla recalls almost 200,000 vehicles because backup cameras might not work ford recalls 1.9m suvs as trim pieces can literally fly off vehicles while being driven 600,000 ram trucks recalled over software that disguised pollution emissions nearly 113,000 ford trucks recalled because they can roll away without warning tesla recalls 120k vehicles as doors can unlatch during a crash latest tesla recall impacts nearly every vehicle sold in u.s., more than 2m cars affected honda recalls 2.5 million vehicles over fuel pump failures that increase risk of crash possible air bag defect leads to recall of 1 million toyota vehicles gm recalls entire cruise autonomous vehicle unit after car dragged pedestrian 20 feet toyota recalls 1.9 million rav4 suvs as batteries can shift, catch fire estimated 751k toyota highlander suvs recalled because bumper covers can fall off estimated 273,000 ram trucks recalled over rear view camera problem another 3.4 million kia and hyundai vehicles recalled, owners told to park outside hyundai, kia say 92,000 vehicles should be parked outside over fire risk in latest recall parking brakes on ford f 150 trucks can activate while being driven, 870k trucks recalled more than 354k jeeps recalled worldwide as part can detach when car is in motion tesla recalls 137 vehicles because steering wheels can become loose, potentially fall off 140k lincoln mkc owners told to park outside as suvs can catch fire even when engine is off general motors recalls 668,000 suvs because child safety seats can’t be installed safely jeep cherokee owners told to park outside as part of recall involving increased fire risk these 22 hyundai & kia models are eligible for an anti theft software update ford recalls nearly 232k ranger trucks as air bags may not be installed properly bmw tells 90k owners not to drive some older models thanks to faulty takata air bag inflators gm tells newer silverado owners to park outside due to fire risk, possible 40k trucks recalled 564k honda cr vs recalled in cold weather states for rust issue owners of 140k volkswagen vehicles told not to let anyone sit in front seat in latest recall ford announces recall of 1.5 million vehicles over 2 different issues honda announces recall of 500,000 vehicles over seat belt problems 341,000 ram diesel truck owners told to park outside over fire risk feds issue ‘do not drive’ warning to drivers of select older honda models feds investigating claims of ford explorer parts flying off vehicles backup camera issue leads to recall of nearly 383,000 ford suvs rare fires caused by seat belt issue leads gm to recall 140,000 bolt models dodge owners again warned to stop driving certain cars as exploding air bag kills another driver transmission leaks lead to recall of 250,000 ram trucks, 16 fires already reported 340,000 suvs recalled by general motors as daytime lights might not shut off hyundai recalls 44,000 suvs, warns drivers to park outside as computers can cause fire kia recalls older sportage models for 2nd time, warns drivers to park outside if you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we may receive compensation. by using this site, you consent to our user agreement and agree that your clicks, interactions, and personal information may be collected, recorded, and/or stored by us and social media and other third party partners in accordance with our privacy policy. use of and/or registration on any portion of this site constitutes acceptance of our user agreement, (updated 8/1/2024) and acknowledgement of our privacy policy, and your privacy choices and rights (updated 1/1/2025). © 2025 advance local media llc. all rights reserved (about us). the material on this site may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, cached or otherwise used, except with the prior written permission of advance local. community rules apply to all content you upload or otherwise submit to this site. youtube's privacy policy is available here and youtube's terms of service is available here. ad choices

copyright 2025 the associated press. all rights reserved. file   this is the front grill of a 2020 chrysler 300 on display at the 2020 pittsburgh international auto show thursday, feb.13, 2020 in pittsburgh. stellantis is recalling nearly 285,000 dodge and chrysler sedans, friday, march 22, 2024, because the side air bag inflators can explode with too much force and hurl metal fragments at drivers and passengers. (ap photo/gene j. puskar, file) detroit (ap)   stellantis is recalling nearly 318,000 dodge and chrysler sedans worldwide because the side air bag inflators can explode with too much force and hurl metal fragments at drivers and passengers. the recall covers air bag inflators on both sides of certain dodge charger and chrysler 300 large cars from the 2018 through 2021 model years. the automaker says in documents posted friday by u.s. safety regulators that moisture may get into the inflators due to a manufacturing defect and cause corrosion and cracks. the air bags can inflate even without a crash due to high temperatures in the cabin, the company said. stellantis has seven warranty claims and customer assistance reports but no reports of injuries, the documents said. most of the recalled vehicles are in north america. dealers will replace both side air bag modules. owners will be notified starting may 3. stellantis said in a statement friday that owners who are concerned about driving their cars should contact the company. it would not say if loaner vehicles would be offered. stellantis estimates that 1% of the inflators are defective. the inflators are made by joyson safety systems, a company that ended up acquiring japanese air bag maker takata after its bankruptcy. takata used ammonium nitrate to create a small explosion to inflate front air bags in a crash. the chemical propellant can deteriorate over time when exposed to high temperatures and humidity. it can explode with too much force, blowing apart a metal canister and spewing shrapnel. stellantis said the recalled side air bags don’t use the same propellant or inflator design as previously recalled takata air bags. in five cases investigated by the company, the air bags inflated while the vehicles were parked when the cabin temperature was above 120 degrees fahrenheit (49 degrees celsius). at least 26 people have been killed in the u.s. by takata inflators since may 2009, and at least 30 have died worldwide including people in malaysia and australia. in addition, about 400 people have been injured. the potential for a dangerous malfunction led to the largest series of auto recalls in u.s. history. about 100 million takata inflators were recalled worldwide. copyright 2025 the associated press. all rights reserved.

popular topics use this form to search the site. enter your search query and press enter to search. in march, chrysler (fca us, llc) (stellantis) issued a recall for certain 2018 2021 dodge charger and chrysler 300 vehicles due to the risk of rupturing airbag inflators. according to the initial report filed with the national highway traffic safety administration (nhtsa) on march 14, 2024, stellantis is recalling after the fca us llc technical safety and regulatory compliance organization opened an investigation into the vehicles in mid february. according to their findings, some 2018 2021 dodge charger and chrysler 300 vehicles that may have been built with the side air bag inflatable curtain ("sabic") inflators were at risk for ruptures due to a manufacturing defect. the report officially determined that "the affected vehicles may have had moisture introduced into the inflator during supplier manufacturing that may cause internal corrosion over time and potentially lead to stress corrosion cracking in the inflator." should the sabic inflators be left untreated, it could lead to a potential rupture where sharp metal fragments may strike the vehicle occupants, resulting in severe injury or death. the affected dodge charger vehicles were produced from july 05, 2018, to may 20, 2021, while the 2018 2021 chrysler 300s vehicles were produced from july 05, 2018   may 19, 2021. combined, there is a total of 284,982 potentially affected units. affected vehicle owners can expect to receive notice in the mail starting may 3, 2024, regarding the recall and can contact their local chrysler dealer to schedule the replacement of both side curtain airbags, free of charge. for more information behind the recall, owners can contact the north america, chrysler group, or fca us, llc customer service at 1 800 853 1403. the fca us, llc's number for this recall is 19b. the nhtsa has listed the recall under the campaign number 24v 198. vehicle owners are now able to verify if their car is affected by the recall by entering their license plate number or 17 character vehicle identification number (vin) into the nhtsa's search engine. drivers can locate their vehicle's vin on the lower left of their windshield, registration card. in some cases, a vin may be found on the vehicle's insurance card. while the inflators were made by joyson safety systems, the company that eventually acquired the infamous japanese company known for creating the takata airbags, the issue is not related to the taka airbag inflators. as mentioned in the filing to the nhtsa, stellantis said the latest issues with the airbags were unrelated to the initial problem with the infamously recalled takata airbag inflators, as the company no longer uses the same propellant or inflator design. since february 21, 2024, of the cases investigated by the fca, the us has been aware of five vehicles that have reported the airbags having inflated while the vehicles were parked and the cabin temperature was above 120 degrees fahrenheit. the takata airbags were manufactured by the takata corporation, a japanese based auto supplier that equipped auto manufacturers around the world with roughly 25% of the inflators used to activate airbags in the event of an impact. in order to cut costs during the manufacturing process, takata opted to use a cheaper propellant in their inflators, a chemical known as ammonium nitrate. over time, and with exposure to high temperatures and humidity, the ammonium nitrate would deteriorate and become unstable. in the event of an accident or impact, the inflators would rupture and send mental metal fragments flying into the vehicle's cabin. the nhtsa claims issues with the takata airbag inflators have been reported since 2004. since then, there have been roughly 27 deaths reported in the united states and 400 injuries worldwide directly related to the takata airbag inflators. with over 67 million inflators and 47 million vehicles recalled, it holds the record for the largest vehicle recall in united states history. auto companies like bmw, ford, general motors, honda, tesla, and volkswagen have issued takata airbag inflator recalls. in 2023, stellantis issued an immediate stop driving notice to 29,000 drivers of the 2003 dodge ram pickups pending repairs to its airbag inflators after one person was killed due to the explosion of a takata airbag inflator. drivers should never have to question if the life saving technology built into their vehicles will be the reason they or their loved ones will ultimately suffer an injury or worse. unfortunately, due to the potential negligence of certain vehicle manufacturing companies, thousands of unsuspecting drivers are now at risk. some of the most commonly sustained injuries due to ruptured airbags include lacerations, nerve damage, traumatic brain injuries, and vision loss. if you or a loved one have suffered injuries due to a possible faulty airbag, we may be able to help you get the justice you 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chime in with article commenting. stellantis is issuing a voluntary recall for certain 2018 2021 dodge charger and chrysler 300 sedans due to an issue with their side curtain airbag inflators. the automaker discovered that some of the modules could rupture and send shrapnel into the vehicle, injuring occupants. the recall affects 284,982 sedans, but stellantis believes the issue exists in less than one percent of the vehicles. however, it will urge owners to fix the problem as soon as possible. this new recall is not related to the previously recalled takata airbags. these new inflators use a different design and propellant. the automaker has a remedy ready to go, and it is already stockpiling parts so dealers can quickly service the vehicles. technicians will replace the module with one built outside the suspected defect period, which was from july 5, 2018, to may 19, 2021. stellantis began investigating the issue on february 17, 2023. by february 2024, it had learned of five customer assistance records related to the inflators and, on march 7, initiated a voluntary safety recall. the company said it is unaware of any accidents or injuries related to the problem. moisture introduced during the manufacturing process may cause corrosion inside the inflators, leading to stress cracks that may rupture during inflation. all five occurrences happened in vehicles where the interior temperatures exceeded 120 degrees fahrenheit. check your car for recalls: sources: nhtsa, stellantis trending latest articles recommended for you chrysler 300 and honda e: end of an era for two icons this video from onboard a pagani zonda r will change your life the chrysler 300 is officially dead starter motors make your life easier. here's how they work 30 discontinued cars that won't make it to 2024 the lamborghini revuelto is ballistic: video review people are paying way over msrp for chrysler 300s right now photos videos chime in with article commenting.

share the national highway traffic safety administration (nhtsa) officially start car recalls after receiving complaints from consumers. roughly 285,000 dodge and chrysler sedans have been recalled because certain air bag inflators can explode and hurl shrapnel at drivers and passengers. stellantis, the company that owns dodge and chrysler, said the recall involves side air bag inflators on certain models of 2018 2021 dodge chargers and chrysler 300s. according to stellantis, a manufacturing defect means moisture may get into the inflators and cause corrosion and cracks. this can cause the airbags to inflate even without a crash if temperatures inside the car get too high. stellantis investigated five cases in which the airbags inflated while the vehicles were parked when the inside temperature was above 120 degrees. related: gm pickup recall: drivers warned of tailgate issue impacting 820,000 trucks no injuries have been reported. owners won’t be notified until may 3. a statement from stellantis said 2019 chrysler 300 is on display at the 111th annual chicago auto show at mccormick place in chicago, illinois on february 8, 2019. (photo by raymond boyd/getty images) concerned owners can contact the company, but they would not say if they would provide loaner vehicles while the airbags are being replaced, according to the associated press. the inflators are made by joyson safety systems, which acquired takata air bag makers after takata filed for bankruptcy. takata’s air bag inflators, which used ammonium nitrate to inflate airbags in a crash, were blamed for 26 deaths in the u.s. since may 2009. about 400 people were injured, leading to the largest series of car recalls in american history. stellantis says the side airbags it has recalled don’t use the same chemical or design as the takata inflators. all the news you need to know, every day by clicking sign up, i confirmthat i have read and agreeto the privacy policy and terms of service. watch the super bowl on fox 9 and stream it for free in 4k on tubi. click here to find out how. this material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. ©2025 fox television stations

profile sections local tv featured more from nbc follow nbc news news alerts there are no new alerts at this time the parent company of chrysler and dodge is recalling a total of 318,000 vehicles over air bag parts that can potentially shatter and cause injury. the parent, stellantis, said in documents posted on the national highway traffic safety administration website that affected vehicles’ side air bag inflators can explode and hurl shrapnel inside the vehicle. the recall affects dodge charger and chrysler 300 vehicles from the 2018 through 2021 model years. stellantis said it had received no reports of injuries. dealers have been instructed to replace the faulty parts free of charge. rob wile is a pulitzer prize winning journalist covering breaking business stories for nbcnews.com. © 2025 nbcuniversal media, llc

detroit (ap)   stellantis is recalling nearly 285,000 dodge and chrysler sedans because the side air bag inflators can explode with too much force during a crash and hurl metal fragments at drivers and passengers. the recall covers air bag inflators on both sides of dodge chargers and chrysler 300 large cars from the 2018 through 2021 model years. the automaker says in documents posted friday by u.s. safety regulators that moisture may get into the inflators due to a manufacturing defect and cause corrosion and cracks. the documents say stellantis has seven warranty claims and customer assistance reports but no reports of injuries. dealers will replace both side air bag modules. owners will be notified starting may 3. stellantis estimates that 1% of the inflators are defective. the inflators are made by joyson safety systems, a company that ended up acquiring japanese air bag maker takata after its bankruptcy. takata used ammonium nitrate to create a small explosion to inflate front air bags in a crash. but the chemical propellant can deteriorate over time when exposed to high temperatures and humidity. it can explode with too much force, blowing apart a metal canister and spewing shrapnel. it wasn’t clear whether takata was involved in designing the recalled dodge and chrysler air bags or if the company used ammonium nitrate as the propellant. messages were left seeking comment from stellantis. at least 26 people have been killed in the u.s. by takata inflators since may 2009, and at least 30 have died worldwide including people in malaysia and australia. in addition, about 400 people have been injured. the potential for a dangerous malfunction led to the largest series of auto recalls in u.s. history. about 100 million takata inflators were recalled worldwide. copyright 2024 the associated press. all rights reserved.

share detroit (ap)   stellantis and u.s. safety regulators have confirmed that an exploding takata airbag inflator has killed another driver. the company and the national highway traffic safety administration reiterated warnings to owners of 274,000 older dodge and chrysler vehicles to stop driving them until faulty inflators are replaced. stellantis announced two deaths in november caused by the airbags and said it suspected the inflators caused another. the company formerly known as fiat chrysler confirmed the third death early monday. stellantis is urging people to stop driving dodge magnum wagons, dodge challenger and charger muscle cars and chrysler 300 sedans from the 2005 through 2010 model years. since 2009, the exploding airbags have killed at least 33 people worldwide, including 24 in the united states. all three deaths this year were in warm weather u.s. states and happened since april, the company said. takata used ammonium nitrate to create a small explosion to inflate airbags in a crash. but the chemical can become more volatile over time when exposed to moisture in the air and repeated high temperatures. the explosion can rupture a metal canister and hurl shrapnel into the passenger compartment. most of the deaths and about 400 injuries have happened in u.s., but they also have occurred in australia and malaysia. do not drive is the message fiat chrysler is sending owners of 2005 2010 dodge magnums, chargers, challengers and chrysler 300s, if they have yet to address the takata driver side airbag recall. the stellantis vehicles under the "do not drive" warning were all recalled in 2015, and free repairs have been available since then. dealers have the parts and the service is free, and stellantis will provide transportation to get the vehicles to and from a dealership, the company said. nhtsa said the latest person killed was driving a 2010 chrysler 300. "time is a critical element here because the risk increases with each day these airbag inflators go unreplaced," said tom mccarthy, global head of safety and regulatory compliance at stellantis. the recalls affect vehicles in which the airbag inflators have not been replaced as part of the recall. nhtsa urged all owners to check to see if their vehicles have an unrepaired takata airbag recall. drivers can go to https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls and key in their 17 digit vehicle identification number to see if they have any open recalls. "this holiday season, don’t let yourself or someone you love be at risk of dying or being seriously injured because of a defective, recalled takata airbag," said nhtsa acting administrator ann carlson. in a statement, stellantis said the vehicle’s owner asked the company about the airbag recall in 2018, but then declined to schedule service. the company said it sent 114 urgent notices to the owner for the past seven years. the owner loaned the vehicle to a family member who was killed in a july crash when the inflator blew apart, stellantis said. the company wouldn’t say where the crash occurred, but said it extends its deepest sympathies to the family. earlier this month nhtsa said the driver of a 2002 honda accord was killed when the driver’s airbag inflator ruptured and hurled shrapnel. honda said the crash occurred on feb. 22 in bowling green, kentucky. potential for the dangerous malfunction led to the largest series of auto recalls in u.s. history, with at least 67 million takata inflators recalled. the u.s. government says that millions have not been repaired. about 100 million inflators have been recalled worldwide. the exploding airbags sent takata corp. of japan into bankruptcy. breaking news delivered fast by clicking sign up, i confirmthat i have read and agreeto the privacy policy and terms of service. this material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. ©2025 fox television stations

alexander brangman the takata airbag recall is the largest automotive recall in us history. currently, there are nearly 50 million takata airbags that are defective in an estimated 37 million vehicles. these defective air bags can cause serious injury or even death. the information provided here with this takata airbag recall list and recall notices is to help you with your vehicle research to see if there are any outstanding recalls regarding your vehicle. it is vital that you take the next step and research this critical information and see what cars have takata airbags. also, to help you keep your family safe, there are links to other vehicle safety items. critical do not drive warnings   nhtsa has issued a critical warning concerning certain acura, bmw, chrysler, dodge, ford, honda, infiniti, mazda, nissan, pontiac, and toyota vehicles included. the most alarming issue pertains to certain honda and acura models, which have a concerning 50% probability of experiencing a takata airbag explosion. if you are a vehicle owner in possession of one of these affected models, it is strongly recommended that you abstain from driving the vehicle until necessary safety measures have been taken. additionally, both ford and mazda have issued an official “do not drive” order for select ford rangers and mazda b series vehicles due to safety concerns. to obtain more detailed information regarding this critical warning and the affected vehicles, you can refer to the official communication titled “critical warning regarding certain honda, acura, mazda, and ford vehicles with takata air bags.” furthermore, nhtsa, in collaboration with the manufacturers, is fervently urging consumers not to operate the following vehicles until they have been appropriately repaired: acura (2002 2003 acura 3.2 tl, 2003 acura 3.2cl), bmw (certain 2000 2006 bmw 3 series, including m3, certain 2000 2003 bmw 5 series, including m5, certain 2000 2004 bmw x5s), chrysler (2005 2010 chrysler 300), dodge (2005 2010 dodge magnum, 2005 2010 dodge charger, 2005 2010 dodge challenger, 2003 dodge ram 1500), ford (certain 2006 ford ranger), honda (2001 2002 honda accord, 2001 2002 honda civic, 2002 honda cr v, 2002 honda odyssey, 2003 honda pilot), and mazda (certain 2006 mazda b series). your safety is of paramount importance, and it is advised to adhere to these directives for your well being. you can find out more information here: critical warning regarding certain honda, acura, mazda and ford vehicles with takata air bags nov 25, 2024   hyundai and kia recall over 208,000 evs for potential power loss issue   hyundai and kia are recalling over 208,000 electric vehicles due to a defect that could cause loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash. the recall affects more than 145,000 hyundai and genesis models, including the ioniq 5, ioniq 6, genesis gv60, gv70, and g80, as well as nearly 63,000 kia ev6 vehicles from 2022 2024. the national highway traffic safety administration (nhtsa) reports that faulty transistors in the charging control unit may damage the 12 volt battery, potentially leading to power failure. owners are urged to check their vehicle’s recall status and arrange for repairs. nov 14, 2024   volkswagen issues recall for over 123,000 vehicles due to takata airbag defects   “despicable, volkswagen recalls 123k cars with a defective #takataairbag. with at least 34 deaths, including my daughter, regulators and automakers are failing the public. as the article states, this is a “critical safety defect,” these vehicles should have been recalled years earlier.” alexander brangman volkswagen has recalled more than 123,000 vehicles across several models, including the 2017 2019 beetle, 2012 2014 passat, and 2006 2007 passat sedan, due to a critical safety issue with takata airbags. the defect involves the driver’s side frontal airbag inflator, which could explode during deployment, posing serious risks to drivers. owners will receive recall notifications starting dec. 27, 2024, and volkswagen dealers will replace the faulty airbag modules at no cost. for more details, contact volkswagen customer service at 800 893 5298, referencing recall numbers 69eg and 69gq. read full article. oct 9, 2024   alert! there is an urgent steering recall of nearly 2 million honda vehicles. the defect poses a crash risk that could be fatal. i am always concerned about honda’s quality control since they are responsible for the majority of the deaths associated with the takata airbag recall, which killed my daughter, jewel. i urge all honda owners to check your license plate or vin for a recall notice at http://nhtsa.gov/recalls. aug 13, 2024   if you own a gm electric suv, the cadillac lyriq, please be aware there is a recall on the faulty braking system which increases the risk of a crash. check your vin for recalls on nhtsa’s website. july 24, 2024   safety recall! bmw is recalling over 290,000 x3 suvs (2018 2023) in north america due to faulty cargo rail bolts that could detach in a rear crash, increasing injury risk. this large recall from bmw usa is a reminder to be vigilant with yours and your family’s safety. as summer is in full swing many are also driving more for vacations, etc. please be sure to check your vehicles for recalls on nhtsa’s website, link in this article. june 13, 2024   outrageous and unethical! i’ve just sent this letter to new jersey legislators who are trying to pass a law allowing used car dealers to sell vehicles with hazardous and potentially deadly unrepaired recalls, even when the manufacturers have issued a “do not sell” or “do not drive” directive. this law would also shift legal liability onto consumers and victims. just last month nissan issued a do not drive order for 83k of its vehicles with recalled takata airbags, the same airbag that killed my daughter and more than 34 others. why would new jersey legislators side with car dealers and allow the sale of these vehicles if the manufacturer says they’re not safe to drive? join me in telling these new jersey legislators: senate president nick scutari, speaker of the assembly craig coughlin and assemblyman john dimaio that residents and consumers will not stand for them protecting corporate profits over the lives of our innocent loved ones. here’s a photo of jewel graduating high school. she went on to get her bachelor’s degree and master’s degree from hofstra university. shortly after she was set to pursue her doctorate degree at stanford when here life was tragically taken. may 31, 2024   nissan, infiniti issue ‘do not drive’ warning for 84,000 cars   the deadly #takataairbag recall that took my precious daughter’s life continues to be an urgent danger. nissan has issued a do not drive order for 84k vehicles, which could contain the most deadly defective takata alpha airbags. if you own one of these vehicles i urge you to have it towed to a dealership for the free repair. note that these are old defective airbags and that the older the airbag the more unstable and dangerous it becomes. read full article. the warning applies to the 2002 2006 sentra, 2002 2004 pathfinder, and 2002 2003 infiniti qx4. may 9, 2024   the auto industry is plagued with temporary fixes. ford’s band aid approach to its dangerous fuel injection defect is the latest example of the industry’s failure to critically think of viable solutions when public safety is at risk. read full article. april 1, 2024   kia, subaru, ford, among 551,000 vehicles recalled   the national highway traffic safety administration issued multiple recalls last week, including notices for over 427,000 kia telluride vehicles that could roll away when in park. read full article. mar 22, 2024   chrysler 300 and dodge charger recalled to fix side airbags   important information for owners of certain 2018   2021 dodge charger and chrysler 300 sedans: a recent safety recall has been issued for nearly 285,000 vehicles from 2018, 2019, 2020 and 2021 model years. these dodge chargers and chrysler 300s may have defective side curtain airbags that could rupture upon deployment. this rupture could cause metal fragments to spray throughout the vehicle interior, potentially causing serious injury or fatality. chrysler and dodge dealerships will replace the faulty airbags free of charge. there have been no crashes or injuries related to this problem so far, according to documents provided to the national highway traffic safety administration (nhtsa) by stellantis, the parent company of chrysler and dodge. read full article. feb 27, 2024   ford reinspecting takata airbag repairs for incomplete, sloppy work   the re inspection program affects 42,000 vehicles and includes the mustang, ranger, fusion, edge, and other models. the program covers the 2005 2014 ford mustang, 2005 2006 ford gt, 2004 2011 ford ranger, 2006 2012 ford fusion, 2006 2012 lincoln mkz/zephyr, 2006 2011 mercury milan, 2007 2010 ford edge, and 2007 2010 ford mkx. ford spokesperson t.r. reid told the freep that it’s found only 1.5 percent of reinspected cars to have issues. read the full article. outrageous and unacceptable that negligence and incompetence surrounding the #takataairbagrecall continues to proliferate and jeopardize lives. my daughter and at least 35 others have been killed by a #takata airbag, how many more families will suffer from this preventable tragedy? in my strong opinion, as i have repeatedly stated for nearly a decade, nhtsa, in its refusal to institute automaker compliance standards for the largest auto recall ever (65 million vehicles), is bowing to corporate pressure and failing in its core duties to keep the public safe from these ticking time bombs. how many more automakers and dealers are repeating this same faulty behavior? i passionately feel, unlike certain entities, that it’s important for the public to be aware of this ongoing safety threat. it’s been reported that since 2016, at least 35 people have been killed as a result of tesla’s autopilot, with 18 of those deaths occurring just since 2022. in addition, a total of 62 people have died in incidents where a #tesla caught fire. numerous auto safety advocates, including myself, have repeatedly warned of the dangers that tesla’s and their autonomous vehicles pose. just recently, tesla recalled nearly all of their autonomous vehicles made since 2012 because of issues with the self driving system that has crashed into a semi truck and a fire truck, failed to stop for a school bus and even killed pedestrians among many deadly crashes. i stress the importance of individual and public safety as well as corporate ethical and moral responsibility. #ethics #corporateresponsibility dec 13, 2023   tesla autopilot recall   another enormous recall of approximately 2 million tesla vehicles that will put more onus on the consumer and not hold the manufacturer accountable. with at least 17 people killed in tesla crashes since 2016, the automated driving system poses a critical safety risk. this latest recall still does not address tesla’s crashing into emergency vehicles and other objects. tesla recalls nearly all vehicles sold in us to fix system that monitors drivers using autopilot sep 12, 2023   2023 porsche taycan, audi rs e tron gt recalled for battery fire risk   according to nhtsa filings, the batteries in taycans and e tron gts may have insufficient sealant, allowing water ingress. july 11, 2023   consumer alert: fca issues do not drive for recalled 2003 dodge ram 1500s   the national highway traffic safety administration has confirmed another fatality caused by a ruptured takata airbag inflator, marking the first incident involving an exploding passenger side inflator. this unfortunate event occurred in a 2003 dodge ram 1500, one of the 385,686 vehicles recalled in 2015. if you own one of these vehicles, it is crucial that you do not drive it until the recall is completed and the defective airbag is replaced. may 4, 2023   bmw upgrades takata recall to “do not drive” warning, targeting older, most dangerous air bags, these include certain 2000 2006 bmw 3 series (e46) including m3, certain 2000 2003 bmw 5 series (e39) including m5 and certain 2000 2004 bmw x5s (e53) . approximately 90,000 unrepaired vehicles remain on the road with an increasing probability of failure. check your vehicle for recalls here. march 7, 2023   kia america, inc. (kia) is recalling certain 2021 2023 k5 vehicles. the side curtain air bags may have been installed incorrectly, causing them not to deploy properly in the event of a crash. the potential number of units affected is 188,912. owners may contact kia customer service at 1 800 333 4542. kia’s number for this recall is sc263. march 2, 2023   ford recalls ranger pickups again to fix faulty airbags replacement front passenger airbags may have been installed incorrectly as part of an earlier recall. do not drive certain 2006 ford rangers. february 3, 2023: consumer alert: honda upgrades takata alpha recall to “do not drive” warning, targeting older, most dangerous air bags. 8,200 acura and honda vehicles remain on the roads with a 50% risk of rupture. honda has issued a “do not drive” warning today for certain 2001 2003 acura and honda vehicles equipped with unrepaired takata alpha driver side air bag inflators. if you own one of these vehicles and still have an open takata air bag recall, do not drive it until this urgent, lifesaving recall has been completed. replacement parts are available now for free for this recall. check your vehicle for recalls here. see full takata alpha press release here. dec 30, 2022: volkswagen is recalling nearly 42,000 beetles in the u.s. and canada because they have potentially dangerous takata air bag inflators. this recall covers beetles from the 2015 and 2016 models. the national highway traffic safety administration says that the inflators can explode with too much force and hurl shrapnel. november 3, 2022  fiat chrysler automobiles issued a “do not drive” warning today for roughly 276,000 model year 2005   2010 dodge magnums, chargers, and challengers, as well as my 2005 2010 chrysler 300s. the warning comes after two people died in separate crashes involving 2010 dodge chargers where the takata driver’s side air bags exploded. read more here. december 14, 2020   misdiagnosed 2002 2006 nissan sentra recalled again over defective takata airbag inflators. nissan has been forced to recall certain 2002 2006 sentras again, as they might have been misdiagnosed for having a different type of front passenger airbag inflator and not the part made by takata. built between january 19, 2001, and august 24, 2006, the number of cars included in this new safety campaign conducted by the automaker’s north american arm and the national highway traffic safety administration (nhtsa) is 3,930 units, although only one percent are estimated to have the defect. november 23, 2020   general motors are recalling approximately 7 million big pickup trucks and suvs worldwide to replace potentially dangerous takata air bag inflators. gm recalls full size pickup trucks and suvs from the 2007 through 2014 model years, including the chevrolet silverado 1500, 2500 and 3500 pickups. also covered are the chevrolet suburban, tahoe and avalanche, the cadillac escalade, gmc sierra 1500, 2500 and 3500, and the gmc yukon. please check your vin on https://my.gm.com/recalls feb 3, 2021   additional takata air bags have been recalled. the recalls, in 2019 and 2020, include takata air bags built with non azide driver inflators (nadi), and are separate from the much larger and ongoing takata air bag inflator safety recalls. important note: the danger of takata alpha airbags: certain 2001 2003 honda and 2001 2003 acura vehicles, 2006 ford rangers, and mazda b series trucks are at a far higher risk for an air bag explosion that could injure or kill vehicle occupants. these are referred to as “alpha” air bags. these vehicles can and should be repaired immediately. do not drive these vehicles with takata air bags unless you are going straight to a dealer to have them repaired immediately. for the latest information regarding takata recalls, a vin research for your exact automobile can provide you with the latest information. below each auto manufacturer list (when available), there is a link to the main dealer website regarding the recalls after each list. contains information related to nhtsa recall campaigns. research all related recalls by manufacturer & component as well as vehicle, tires, car seats, and equipment. see nhtsa recall campaign. download nhtsa’s free safercar app keep up to date with the latest safety recalls. download the safercar app and get recall alerts on your phone for the auto or equipment that you entered. download safecar for ios download safecar for android feb 3, 2023   honda has issued a “do not drive” warning today for certain 2001 2003 acura and honda vehicles equipped with unrepaired takata alpha driver side air bag inflators. jun 28, 2019   in the final phase of planned recalls announced by nhtsa, honda will conduct recalls covering approximately 1.6 million honda and acura automobiles in the united states to replace, for free. check your vehicle on the link below to see if a recall is available. honda recall lookup (vin and year/model) acura recall database march 2, 2023   ford recalls ranger pickups again to fix faulty airbags replacement front passenger airbags may have been installed incorrectly as part of an earlier recall ford takata airbag recall mazda recall information center bmw nhtsa recall numbers 19v852 and 19v853 nhtsa recall number 19v851 research all bmw safety and emission recalls audi audi recall services by vehicle identification number cadillac gm recall center chevrolet gm recall center chrysler/dodge (ram)/ jeep 2007 2016 jeep wrangler consumer alert (november 3, 2022): fiat chrysler automobiles issued a “do not drive” warning on november 3, 2022 for roughly 276,000 model year 2005   2010 dodge magnums, chargers, and challengers, as well as my 2005 2010 chrysler 300s. the warning comes after two people died in separate crashes involving 2010 dodge chargers where the takata driver’s side air bags exploded. read more from nhtsa consumer alert (july 11, 2023)   do not drive for recalled 2003 dodge ram 1500s   the national highway traffic safety administration has confirmed another fatality caused by a ruptured takata airbag inflator, marking the first incident involving an exploding passenger side inflator. this unfortunate event occurred in a 2003 dodge ram 1500, one of the 385,686 vehicles recalled in 2015. if you own one of these vehicles, it is crucial that you do not drive it until the recall is completed and the defective airbag is replaced. official mopar recall information daimler trucks north america (sterling bullet) daimler vans usa llc (sprinter) ferrari ferrari gt recall campaign fisker gmc (gm) gm recall center november 23, 2020   general motors will recall about 7 million big pickup trucks and suvs worldwide to replace potentially dangerous takata air bag inflators. gm recalls: full size pickup trucks and suvs from the 2007 through 2014 model years, including the chevrolet silverado 1500, 2500 and 3500 pickups. also covered are the chevrolet suburban, tahoe and avalanche, the cadillac escalade, gmc sierra 1500, 2500 and 3500, and the gmc yukon. july 9, 2021  gm is recalling almost half a million pickups because their side air bags can explode   the recall covers certain 2015 and 2016 chevrolet and gmc sierra 1500, 2500, and 3500 trucks. infiniti infiniti recalls jaguar jaguar land rover takata recall land rover jaguar land rover takata recall lexus lookup toyota/lexus safety recalls mclaren mclaren usa takata recall mercedes benz mercedes benz recall information mitsubishi mitsubishi motors recall notifications nissan december 14, 2020   misdiagnosed 2002 2006 nissan sentra recalled again over defective takata airbag inflators. nissan has been forced to recall certain 2002 2006 sentras again that were built between january 19, 2001, and august 24, 2006, as they might have been misdiagnosed for having a different type of front passenger airbag inflator and not the part made by takata. nissan vehicle recall lookup pontiac gm recall center saab gm recall center saturn gm recall center scion lookup toyota/scion safety recalls subaru subaru vehicle recalls tesla tesla recall information toyota lookup toyota safety recalls volkswagen dec 30, 2022: volkswagen is recalling nearly 42,000 beetles in the u.s. and canada because they have potentially dangerous takata air bag inflators. this recall covers beetles from the 2015 and 2016 model years. the national highway traffic safety administration says that the inflators can explode with too much force and hurl shrapnel. nov 14, 2024   volkswagen has issued a recall for over 123,000 vehicles due to faulty takata airbags, which could explode upon deployment. affected models include the 2017 2019 beetle and beetle convertible, 2012 2014 passat, 2017 passat wagon, and 2006 2007 passat sedan. recall notices will be sent starting dec. 27, and dealers will replace the airbags free of charge. for details, contact volkswagen at 800 893 5298, referencing recall numbers 69eg and 69gq. vw recalls the national highway traffic safety administration for anyone in the united states provides safety issues & recalls for, vehicles (including vehicle recalls by vin), car seat recall, tire and equipment recalls.   national highway traffic safety administration vehicle recalls by manufacturer, model & year   nhtsa safety issues & vehicle recalls   find out if there are any recalls with your automobile by inputting your vin. car seat recalls   check the safety of your car seats   nhtsa safety issues & car seat recalls tire recalls   check the safety of your tires   recalls, investigations, & complaints   tire selection check the safety of your equipment   recalls, investigations, & complaints   equipment selection how to file a vehicle safety complaint   file a vehicle safety complaint how to file a safety complaint regarding your tires, equipment or child seat   file a tires, equipment or child seat safety complaint nhtsa: vehicle safety hotline (toll free: 1 888 327 4236 / hearing impaired (tty): 1 800 424 9153 begin sign up check my car for recalls for media inquiries or to interview alexander brangman, contact eileen koch of ekc pr at 310.441.1000 or email [email protected].

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tequila. by tracey tully shareholders of the two companies voted to join forces in an effort to cope with a major technology shift and plummeting sales. by jack ewing the ford bronco and the land rover defender revive two legendary lineages with models that can handle trails as well as grocery store runs. by jamie lincoln kitman station wagons outsell them, but convertibles hold a special place in the hearts of drivers, and automakers still offer a smorgasbord of models. by lawrence ulrich some workers are calling on the industry to shut down plants in states where virus cases have increased sharply in recent weeks. by neal e. boudette demand has been stronger than expected since states began reopening, but some experts worry about the effect of a new surge in coronavirus cases. by neal e. boudette mr. jones, who was accused of embezzling $1 million, will cooperate with federal prosecutors who have been investigating corruption at the autoworkers union. by neal e. boudette sport utility vehicles outsold sedans two to one in 2019, just four years after surpassing them for the first time. this shift shows little sign of stopping. by tom voelk after being idle for nearly two months, g.m., ford and fiat chrysler will restart assembly plants on monday with masks, gloves and curtains. by neal e. boudette some automakers plan to restart factories on monday, but are likely to face a dearth of buyers. by jack ewing after a strong first two months of the year, sales tumbled in march as americans stayed home. by neal e. boudette g.m., ford motor and fiat chrysler were under pressure from the autoworkers union to shut down plants in response to the coronavirus outbreak. by neal e. boudette the union had said ford, general motors and fiat chrysler should halt production for two weeks to ensure worker safety. by neal e. boudette why you will not see the new seat leon or the skoda octavia in kansas driveways, nor many big s.u.v.s in french ones. by tom voelk the virus outbreak has rattled the global economy, disrupting supply chains and closing off access to a lucrative consumer market. by david yaffe bellany a federal investigation has led to accusations that union leaders diverted funds to perks like a $6,500 steak dinner and golf outings and gear costing $80,000. by noam scheiber and neal e. boudette by charlotte cowles the formal accord, after a preliminary deal in october, still requires months of work to integrate the automakers. by jack ewing and liz alderman a california company has developed a “crate motor” to relatively simply (but not so cheaply) convert gasoline cars to modern electric engines. by lawrence ulrich gasoline engines generally have less “oomph” for grunt work. but diesel power has a drawback: emissions. by jerry garrett fiat was the last of the three detroit automakers at the bargaining table. by neal e. boudette a key family hauler for much of the 20th century now accounts for a sliver of the american auto market. by stephen williams the suit claims fiat chrysler sought to undermine contract negotiations with the autoworkers union to hurt g.m. by neal e. boudette california, hitting back at automakers that sided with president trump, will not buy from manufacturers that do not recognize its authority to set emissions standards. by coral davenport fiat chrysler and the parent company of peugeot announced this morning that they have agreed to merge. the deal would bring together car companies with similar weaknesses, yet have the advantage of size. by jack ewing, liz alderman and neal e. boudette this time the automaker is in talks to combine with peugeot, just months after its attempts to join with renault failed. with the auto industry under extraordinary pressure in the shift to electric and self driving cars, joining forces may be the best path to survival. by jack ewing, neal e. boudette and michael j. de la merced along with toyota and fiat chrysler, the auto giant backed the administration in its clash with california over pollution standards. by hiroko tabuchi general motors made cost concessions to get the union to accept the shutdown of three plants   a priority that ford and fiat chrysler don’t have. by neal e. boudette an indictment followed the company’s costly settlement of lawsuits over rigging pollution test results. by david yaffe bellany the decision to make the automaker repay taxes saved in a deal with luxembourg offers clues about a similar case against apple. by milan schreuer and matina stevis gridneff g.m. is looking for ways to cut costs, while the union hopes to reopen a factory in lordstown, ohio. the contract expires at 11:59 tonight. by neal e. boudette in 2019 in the u.s., sport utility vehicles and pickups are grabbing a record 70 percent of the market. asian and european automakers see things differently. by lawrence ulrich the carmakers must reinvigorate their alliance and share the cost of a shift to electric, self driving cars, renault’s chairman and a nissan board member said in separate interviews. by jack ewing, liz alderman and ben dooley before the cult of the modern corporate chief, the former chrysler leader fused his identity with his company’s, helping him sell cars and win over washington. by keith bradsher mr. iacocca helped create the ford mustang, brought out the minivan saved the failing chrysler corporation and came to personify the american auto industry. by robert d. mcfadden the pledge to shore up the world’s largest auto alliance comes a week after fiat chrysler abruptly withdrew a proposal to merge with renault. by liz alderman the japanese carmaker criticized its french partner’s vow to block its overhaul effort, further straining the troubled auto alliance. by ben dooley and jack ewing the agreement, with aurora innovation, underscores the heavy emphasis automakers are placing on autonomous cars. by neal e. boudette executives thought that france would probably never stop trying to exert control if the company was joined with renault. if it’s going to take off, the gladiator has to not only be a good pickup, it also must be a good jeep, and that means traversing wilderness as well as pavement. by jim resnick talks between fiat chrysler and renault to create one of the world’s largest automakers ran into a familiar problem in france: the government itself. by liz alderman fiat chrysler and renault’s attempt to join forces was a response to turmoil in the auto industry, which accounts for much of the world’s factory jobs. by jack ewing the offer of a 50 50 merger appealed in an industry facing challenges, but the french government and nissan had questions. by kevin granville french demands and a fear of the new company being seen as politically influenced reportedly caused the deal to crash. the plan had faced resistance by some renault shareholders who argued that the italian american conglomerate was undervaluing a crown jewel of french industry. by liz alderman and andrew ross sorkin with renault’s board set to meet tuesday to discuss a merger, france’s finance minister wants the government to have a seat on any new board, and nissan spoke of a “fundamental review” of its current alliance. by liz alderman plus, uber will give rude customers the boot, and a victory for gender neutral parental leave. by charlotte cowles in an industry beset by turmoil, the changes don't stop at the executive office. by jerry garrett if all goes well, the carmakers could have the financial and industrial brawn to dominate. but the history of auto mega mergers is not encouraging. by jack ewing, neal e. boudette and ben dooley the longtime partners said they had carried out “an open and transparent discussion” on the proposed deal between the european carmakers. by ben dooley nissan’s clout could be diminished by a merger between its longtime partner renault and fiat chrysler. how it responds could help reshape the global auto industry. by jack ewing, liz alderman and ben dooley there’s plenty of complexity involved in the automakers’ proposed merger. the combined company would be the no. 3 automaker and have a better chance of surviving a perilous transition to electric and self driving cars. by jack ewing, liz alderman, andrew ross sorkin and neal e. boudette the two companies were deep in talks over the weekend about the structure of a deal and how to handle the political implications. by neal e. boudette, andrew ross sorkin and jack ewing the talks are aimed at strengthening both automakers’ competitiveness in europe and elsewhere. but the specifics of the companies’ discussions were not clear. by neal e. boudette concern that cars could be seriously hacked   by criminals, terrorists or even rogue governments   has prompted a new round of security efforts on the part of the auto industry. by jim motavalli chrysler, ford and general motors saw a booming chinese driving culture and cheap labor. now the market is slowing, competition is rising and the trump administration wants limits. by keith bradsher and ailin tang the automaker is spending $4.5 billion on several plants to produce three jeep models, reflecting consumers’ growing preference for bigger vehicles. by neal e. boudette mrs. agnelli, descended from neapolitan nobility and married into the fiat empire, became a subject of high society fascination. by bonnie wertheim the company’s chief says the automaker no longer needs a merger or alliance to remain competitive, thanks to strong sales of its s.u.v.s and trucks. by neal e. boudette the accord reached in lawsuits over false emissions readings could cost nearly $800 million, including penalties, fixes, warranties and compensation. by neal e. boudette the company will pay compensation to car owners and civil penalties to federal and state agencies to settle lawsuits over its use of illegal software, people briefed on the case said. by neal e. boudette elizabeth warren’s plan to give workers a voice on corporate boards isn’t radical. “co determination” has a long history, and america should embrace it. by susan r. holmberg the automaker’s move reflects the continuing american taste for big vehicles in a period of low gasoline prices. by neal e. boudette the investment group kkr is to acquire the fiat chrysler parts supplier magneti marelli at a price that seem incongruous in the sector. by liam proud ready for a satisfying relationship with your car? skip high maintenance coupes and sport utility vehicles that demand you open your wallet all the time. by tom voelk general motors cited commodity prices, a sign that tariffs may be starting to hurt production. ford and fiat chrysler pointed to weakness in china. by neal e. boudette mr. marchionne, who merged the two carmakers, pulling them back from the brink of collapse, led the combined fiat chrysler until just a few days ago. by neal e. boudette and elisabetta povoledo the carmaker already faced difficulties, including a reliance on the jeep and ram divisions and a limited presence in china, before it was forced to replace its chief executive, sergio marchionne. by neal e. boudette a second quarter g.d.p. estimate is issued, and there will be a hearing on tariffs on chinese goods. by the new york times sergio marchionne, who masterminded fiat’s acquisition of chrysler, is leaving for health reasons. his replacement is mike manley, head of the jeep and ram truck brands. by neal e. boudette mudfest puts a range of vehicles to the test both on the road and off. if you’re looking to buy an s.u.v.   and lots of consumers are   the event’s winners are a good place to start. by tom voelk the agreement signals that the google driverless technology spinoff plans a rapid start for a business set to get underway later this year. by neal e. boudette the magnitude of the deal reflects the growing confidence that commercial use of autonomous cars is in sight, despite recent setbacks. by neal e. boudette and michael j. de la merced detroit automakers are also reporting results, while president trump will discuss trade with french and german leaders but skip the white house correspondents’ dinner.
supported by the recall could affect owners of dodge chargers and chrysler 300s. the airbags have the potential to explode and hurl shrapnel. by sopan deb the automotive conglomerate stellantis is recalling hundreds of thousands of vehicles   specifically dodge chargers and chrysler 300s modeled from 2018 to 2021   citing side airbags that could rupture and hurl shrapnel, according to documents posted by the national highway traffic safety administration. the documents say that airbags on both sides may have a defective inflator, putting passengers in danger of flying projectiles inside the vehicles. no injuries have been reported. chrysler and dodge are two of several automotive brands in the stellantis portfolio. the total number of dodge chargers being recalled is 217,802, while for chrysler, that number is 67,180. stellantis estimated in a statement friday that the faulty inflator exists in “less than one percent of the recall population.” chrysler’s regulatory compliance department opened an investigation into those cars on feb. 17, 2023, and over the next year, determined that “the affected vehicles may have had moisture introduced into the inflator during supplier manufacturing that may cause internal corrosion over time.” on march 7, the company initiated the recall. stellantis, which was formed in 2021 through the merger of fiat chrysler and the french automaker peugeot, also announced layoffs on friday effective march 31. the company said it was reducing its engineering and software work force by about 2 percent, citing “unprecedented uncertainties and heightened competitive pressures around the world.” “while we understand this is difficult news, these actions will better align resources while preserving the critical skills needed to protect our competitive advantage,” stellantis said in a statement. at the end of 2021, stellantis announced a $34 billion investment through 2025 on developing software based cars to rival tesla. one of the company’s goals is for 50 percent of passenger cars and light duty trucks sold in the united states to be electric vehicles by the end of the decade. but the transition to electric vehicles has not been smooth. last year, stellantis offered thousands of employees buyouts in an effort to cut costs and ease the transition. owners will be notified of the recall beginning on may 3. the inflator was manufactured by joyson safety systems, the company that, in 2018, purchased the now bankrupt japanese supplier takata, which was responsible for the largest recall in automotive history because of defective airbags. stellantis said these inflators do not use the same design as the recalled takata airbags.