The Latest Breaking News from Takata

I only bought it three weeks ago and have not received any communication from the company about a repair

Modern vehicles have become much safer and more reliable. Even if you get into an accident, there are things, such as airbags and seatbelts, that have been in place for decades to help save lives. However, not long ago, there was a major recall on vehicles with Takata airbags. It…

The French transport ministry has ordered Toyota and Mercedes to take 20 models off the road, due to faulty airbags that could explode and seriously injure drivers.

Update: The original version of this story suggested that Ford was required to pay a lump sum of $165 million to the NHTSA. More specifically, Ford will pay an immediate cash penalty of $65 million with an additional $55 million "held in abeyance" subject to Ford's adherence to terms over…

Learn about the dangers of Takata air bag inflators, the ongoing recall efforts, and the tragic incidents they have caused globally.

Another death is being linked to dangerous Takata air bag inflators by U.S. regulators, the 28th in the United States

Officials in China say BMW is recalling more than 1.3 million vehicles that may have Takata airbag inflators following a similar recall in the U.S. last month

Mazda also issued an advisory for 83,000 cars, all related to the Takata airbag scandal.

Ford and Mazda warn over 475,000 U.S. vehicle owners about dangerous Takata airbag inflators, urging immediate action to prevent severe injury risks.