16 Aug Airbag-related safety recalls issued for several vehicle makes
Hyundai, Land Rover, KGM, Nissan, Dongfeng and Chery issued New Zealand safety recalls involving potential airbag or occupant-protection faults. The reported issues include incorrectly specified side-impact sensors that could delay airbag deployment and other defects capable of reducing occupant protection during a collision.
Why this matters for Repair Certifiers
Why it is relevant: Repair Certifiers should check for outstanding safety recalls where a vehicle has SRS damage or previous SRS repairs. A functioning warning lamp or successful diagnostic scan may not identify a component that is subject to a manufacturer recall.