Hazard
57 recalls in our database tag this hazard, drawn from FDA, USDA FSIS, CPSC, and NHTSA source notices.
Of the 57 airbag malfunction recalls we have scored against our rubric, 0 (0%) are Critical — deaths or serious injuries reported, or the agency’s own highest classification — and 23 (40%) are Severe.
Hazard tags are short, machine-readable labels we attach to every recall to make cross-cutting queries possible — “all airbag malfunction recalls regardless of agency”, “all listeria recalls in California”, “all airbag recalls in 2025”. The tags are extracted from each recall’s source text during the LLM rewrite step and validated against a fixed schema.
A recall can carry multiple tags — a Listeria recall might also be tagged ready-to-eat and undeclared-allergen. Use the full-text search if you want to combine hazard tags with brand or category filters.
Volvo is recalling 2025 S90 vehicles because windows may detach, creating a road hazard and increasing crash risk.
Mercedes-Benz is recalling 2023 GLC 300 4MATIC vehicles because insufficiently tightened dashboard bolts and loose heater connections may cause airbag deployment issues or fire.
Kia is recalling 2023 Soul and 2024 Seltos vehicles because side curtain airbags may deploy unexpectedly due to a manufacturing error, increasing the risk of injury or crash. Dealers will replace affected modules free of charge.
Covercraft is recalling specific seat covers for Toyota, Ford, and Buick vehicles because incorrect thread may cause side-seat air bags to deploy incorrectly, increasing injury risk.
Rivian is recalling certain 2022-2023 R1S vehicles because fasteners securing the side curtain air bags may be improperly secured, potentially preventing proper deployment in a crash.
GM is recalling certain 2023 GMC Terrain and Chevrolet Equinox vehicles with ventilated front passenger seats. The occupant detection system may fail to disable the airbag when a child is present, increasing crash injury risk.
Ford is recalling certain 2022 and 2021 Bronco vehicles because the side impact sensors may not be properly secured. This could cause airbags to deploy unintentionally or fail to deploy in a crash, increasing injury risk.
Tesla is recalling certain 2021-2023 Model X vehicles because a software calibration error in the restraint control module may prevent the front passenger airbag from deploying correctly during crashes, increasing injury risk.
Volkswagen is recalling 2023 ID.4 vehicles due to improper electric motor sealing assembly that may allow coolant to leak into the high-voltage system, risking loss of vehicle control and unintended airbag deployment.
Volkswagen is recalling certain 2021 ID.4 vehicles because the passenger air bag may be incorrectly folded and could fail to protect occupants during a crash.
Certain 2022 Rivian R1T vehicles have a malfunctioning occupant classification system that fails to deactivate the front passenger airbag when a child or child seat is present, increasing injury risk during a crash.
Tesla is recalling 2021-2022 Model S vehicles due to side curtain air bag inflators that may have been assembled incorrectly. This could cause delayed air bag deployment during a crash, increasing injury risk.
Ford is recalling certain 2022 and 2021 model vehicles due to damaged side impact airbag sensors that may fail to deploy properly in a crash.
Ford and Lincoln are recalling certain 2021 Explorer and Aviator vehicles. Side air bag attachment weld studs may detach during deployment, potentially failing to provide proper protection in a crash.
Mercedes-Benz is recalling certain 2020-2021 models because side crash sensor connectors may come loose, delaying airbag and seatbelt activation during side impact crashes. Dealers will inspect and replace sensors at no cost.
General Motors is recalling certain 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EV and Bolt EUV vehicles because driver-side air bag fasteners may be missing or improperly tightened. This could prevent the air bag from deploying properly in a crash.
Volkswagen is recalling 2020-2021 Jetta vehicles because the air bag control module was welded in an incorrect position. This can cause air bags to deploy improperly during a crash or deploy unexpectedly, increasing injury risk.
Volkswagen Group of America is recalling 2000-2002 Audi A4, S4, and 2000-2001 TT vehicles because driver airbag inflators may absorb moisture, potentially causing improper deployment in a crash.
Mercedes-Benz is recalling 2020-2021 GLE and GLS models because the dashboard may not be properly secured, which could impair airbag inflation in a crash.
Toyota is recalling 2020 Highlander and Highlander Hybrid vehicles because incorrect seat trim covers may prevent side airbags from deploying properly, increasing injury risk in a crash.
Jayco is recalling 2020-2021 Entegra Qwest motorhomes and related Jayco models because front seat wiring harnesses may be routed incorrectly, creating a risk of unexpected or failed airbag deployment.
Certain 2020-2021 Thor motorhomes with swivel seats have wiring harnesses that may be routed incorrectly, potentially causing side airbags to deploy inadvertently or fail during crashes. Owners should contact Thor or Mercedes-Benz for free inspection and repair.
Chrysler is recalling 2020 Ram 1500 pickups and Promaster vans because a side curtain airbag diffuser may detach, preventing proper inflation in a crash.
Mercedes-Benz is recalling certain 2019-2020 A 220, CLA 250, and GLC 300 vehicles because the driver's front airbag module may not be properly secured.
Volkswagen is recalling 2019 Jetta vehicles because an incorrect driver frontal airbag may have been installed during a service visit, potentially increasing injury risk in a crash.