ZF Air Bags recall

Recalled June 20, 2018 · NHTSA recall 18E043000 · ZF

Hazard

If the frontal air bags and seat belt pretensioners are disabled, there is an increased risk of injury to the vehicle occupants in the event of a vehicle crash that necessitates deployment of these safety systems.

Remedy

TRW is working with the vehicle manufacturers. Hyundai and Kia are finalizing the remedy plans for this recall. Hyundai owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Kia owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542.

Units

3,619,897 units

Description

TRW Automotive Inc (TRW) has submitted a Defect Information Report based upon decisions made by Hyundai Motor America and Kia Motors America to conduct recalls (numbers 18V137 and 18V363 respectively). In the event of a crash, certain ZF Air Bag Control Units (ACU) may be damaged from electrical overstress, preventing the frontal air bags and seat belt pretensioners from deploying.

What to do

Product

ZF AIR BAG CONTROL UNIT

Manufacturer(s)

TRW Automotive, Inc.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Official recall notice on nhtsa.gov →