Toyota recalls 20,000 cars in Vietnam due to faulty airbags
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The airbags produced by Japanese manufacturer Takata have been linked to 17 deaths worldwide.
Toyota Vietnam announced the recall of 20,000 cars this week to replace airbags produced by Japanese firm Takata.
The Japanese auto maker will recall 18,138 of its Vios models assembled in Vietnam between 2009 and 2012, and 1,877 Yaris units imported into the country during the same period.
The move is part of a worldwide recall of Takata products.
Airbag-manufacturer Takata has suffered massive losses due to faulty airbags that have been linked to at least 17 deaths worldwide.
The airbags’ inflators can explode with excessive force and blow a metal canister apart, sending shrapnel into the car.
Toyota Vietnam said it will replace the airbags free of charge.
No accidents related to the airbags have been recorded in Vietnam.
Questions & Answers
Q.Which specific Toyota models are being recalled in Vietnam?
Which specific Toyota models are being recalled in Vietnam?
Toyota is recalling 18,138 Vios models, which were assembled in Vietnam. Also, 1,877 Yaris units imported into the country during the same period are also subject to the recall. These models were produced between 2009 and 2012.
Q.What is the specific defect with the Takata airbags causing the recall?
What is the specific defect with the Takata airbags causing the recall?
The airbags' inflators have been found to explode with excessive force. This can cause a metal canister to blow apart, sending shrapnel into the car. This defect has been linked to at least 17 deaths globally.
Q.How will Toyota Vietnam handle the cost of replacing the faulty airbags?
How will Toyota Vietnam handle the cost of replacing the faulty airbags?
Toyota Vietnam has stated that it will replace the airbags free of charge for affected vehicle owners. This is part of their commitment to address the safety issue caused by the defective components.
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