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.
Mercedes-Benz is recalling 2018-2019 GLA 250 vehicles because sunroof bonding may allow water leaks that could prevent the window air bag from deploying.
Chrysler is recalling 2019 RAM 1500 trucks because a loose passenger seat sensor may prevent proper airbag deployment, increasing injury risk in a crash.
Toyota is recalling 2012 Avalon vehicles because seat belt inner buckles may incorrectly signal the airbag system that the belt is buckled, potentially preventing proper airbag deployment in a crash.
Mercedes-Benz is recalling certain 2017-2018 AMG GT models because the passenger airbag sensor may malfunction, increasing injury risk in a crash.
Chrysler is recalling 2018 Ram ProMaster vehicles because an incorrect rivet may cause the front door impact sensor to fracture, potentially affecting side airbag deployment.
Braun is recalling 2016 BraunAbility MXV wheelchair accessible vehicles because a seat position sensor may dislodge, potentially causing the frontal airbag to deploy with improper force.
Daimler Vans USA is recalling 2013-2014 Freightliner Sprinter and 2016 Mercedes-Benz Metris vehicles because software updates may conflict with vehicle computers, increasing crash risk.
BMW is recalling 2014-2015 MINI Cooper and Cooper S vehicles because incorrectly calibrated seat sensors may cause inappropriate airbag activation or deactivation during a crash.
Volvo is recalling 2016 XC90 vehicles because third-row side curtain air bags may not fully inflate, increasing injury risk in a crash.
Ford is recalling 2014 F-150 and Flex vehicles because a seat defect may cause the passenger airbag to fail to deploy in a crash.
Jaguar is recalling 2014-2015 F-TYPE vehicles because a wiring error may prevent the front passenger airbag from deactivating when a child or small adult is present.
Ford is recalling 2013-2014 C-Max, Fusion, Escape, and Lincoln MKZ vehicles because a defect in the Restraint Control Module may prevent airbags and seat belt pretensioners from functioning in a crash.
General Motors is recalling 2008-2009 Pontiac G8 and 2011-2013 Chevrolet Caprice vehicles because the driver's knee may accidentally knock the ignition key out of the run position, potentially disabling safety systems.
Chrysler is recalling 2014-2015 Fiat 500L vehicles because the driver's knee airbag may not deploy correctly, increasing injury risk in a crash.
Jaguar is recalling 2013 XJ vehicles because generic software in the Restraints Control Module may prevent the airbag system from operating correctly, increasing injury risk in a crash.
BMW is recalling 2013 X3 xDrive 28i/35i vehicles because a production error in the instrument panel could cause the airbag to deploy improperly during a crash.
Porsche is recalling certain 2014 Boxster, Cayman, and 911 Carrera vehicles because defective wiring may deactivate the front passenger airbag, increasing injury risk in a crash.
Chrysler is recalling 2013 Town & Country, Grand Caravan, and C/V Tradesman vehicles because a software error may cause the wrong side airbags to deploy in a crash.
Hyundai is recalling 2012-2013 Azera vehicles because the occupant detection system may fail to correctly identify the front passenger, potentially causing the airbag to deploy with incorrect force.
Chrysler is recalling 2010-2012 Jeep Compass and Patriot vehicles because a software error may prevent side airbags and seatbelt pre-tensioners from deploying in a crash.
Mercedes-Benz is recalling 2013 SLK250 and SLK350 vehicles because the occupant classification system may fail to detect light passengers, potentially deactivating the airbag.
Chrysler is recalling 2011-2012 Chrysler 300, Dodge Challenger, and Charger vehicles because seat airbag wiring may malfunction, increasing injury risk in crashes.
Southeast Toyota Distributors is recalling specific 2009-2013 Toyota models because the passenger seat occupant sensing system may not be calibrated, potentially affecting airbag deployment.
Volkswagen is recalling 2012-2013 Beetles with leather sport seats because a wet seat may prevent the airbag from turning off, increasing injury risk for children.
Chrysler is recalling specific 2002-2004 Jeep Liberty and Grand Cherokee vehicles because a component failure may cause airbags to deploy unexpectedly.