Defective Airbag Lawyers in North Carolina

Tens of millions of cars and trucks produced by 19 different automakers have been recalled because of airbags that may explode when deployed. The Japanese auto parts supplier Takata Corp. is responsible for the faulty parts in the airbags. The chemicals in Takata airbag inflators can deteriorate over time, causing an explosion and serious injuries from metal shrapnel. The risk of injury is a particular concern in southern states such as North Carolina where prolonged exposure to high temperatures and humidity can cause the chemicals to degrade more quickly.

The deadly airbags have been linked to more than 300 injuries and 15 deaths to date, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). When defective airbags and other automotive components cause injury, the manufacturers of the defective product should pay for the harm caused.

The attorneys at Hardison & Cochran are investigating motor vehicle accidents in North Carolina causing injuries or deaths that involved recalled vehicles in which the airbags deployed. If you or a loved one has been injured in a crash involving a vehicle that is on the airbag recall list, please contact us for a free evaluation of your legal options. Auto manufacturers and makers of automotive components have a legal obligation to produce vehicles that are safe.

Listing of Vehicles with Potentially Defective Airbags

The Takata airbag recall is the largest and most complex automotive recall in U.S. history, involving nearly 40 million vehicles manufactured by 19 different manufacturers. More airbags are scheduled to be recalled by December 2019, increasing the total number of airbags recalled to 65 million to 70 million, according to the NHTSA.

The airbag recall currently applies to the following make and model year vehicles:

Acura (Honda)

Audi (VW)

BMW

Cadillac (GM)

Chevrolet (GM)

Chrysler

Daimler Trucks North America (Sterling Bullet)

• 2008-2009 Sterling Bullet

Daimler Vans USA LLC (Sprinter)

Dodge/Ram (Chrysler)

Ferrari

Fisker (Karma)

• 2012 Fisker Karma

Ford

GMC (GM)

Honda

Infiniti (Nissan)

Jaguar

• 2009-2015 Jaguar XF

Jeep (Chrysler)

• 2007-2016 Jeep Wrangler

Land Rover (Jaguar Land Rover)

• 2007-2012 Land Rover Range Rover

Lexus (Toyota)

Lincoln (Ford)

Mazda

McLaren

Mercedes-Benz

Mercury (Ford)

• 2006-2011 Mercury Milan

Mitsubishi

Nissan

Pontiac (GM)

• 2003-2010 Pontiac Vibe

Saab (GM)

Saturn (GM)

• 2008-2009 Saturn Astra

Scion (Toyota)

• 2008-2015 Scion XB

Subaru

Tesla

• 2012-2016 Tesla Model S

Toyota

Volkswagen

Even with the recall, many vehicles with potentially defective and deadly Takata airbags remain on the road. Certain 2001-2003 Honda and Acura vehicles, 2006 Ford Rangers and Mazda B-Series trucks are at far higher risk of airbag ruptures and explosions that could kill or seriously injure drivers and passengers. The vehicle makes and models are:

The NHTSA warns vehicle owners not to drive these vehicles except to take them directly to the dealer for repair.

If you are uncertain whether your vehicle is affected by the Takata recalls, visit the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration website to search by the vehicle identification number (VIN) to confirm whether your vehicle is part of an open recall. If your vehicle is part of the airbag recall, call your local dealer immediately to schedule a free repair.

Nissan Airbag Recall

In a separate airbag recall, Nissan had issued a recall for 3.18 million vehicles in the United States because of an airbag sensor defect that may be preventing the front passenger-side airbags in certain vehicles from inflating in an accident.

The problem is with the occupant classification system, the sensor that disables the airbag if the passenger seat is unoccupied. The sensor has a defect, causing it to fail to detect an adult passenger sometimes and to deactivate the airbags.

Nissan has received more than 1,000 complaints about the sensor issue.

The recall involves the following Nissan North America, Inc. vehicles:

The car accident attorneys at Hardison & Cochran have been closely monitoring the Nissan airbag recall and are accepting inquiries from concerned consumers in North Carolina.

Contact a North Carolina Airbag Recall Attorney

If you have been injured by a faulty airbag, regardless of whether your vehicle is a part of the Takata recall, you should seek qualified legal assistance. The attorneys at Hardison & Cochran are investigating car accidents involving airbag failures in North Carolina. Our law firm is dedicated to protecting the rights of individuals who have been harmed by defective and dangerous products.

Contact us today by phone or through our online form for experienced legal assistance. We will respond promptly and provide a free legal review.

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