Art161

The dealer just reprogrammed the computer so that the air bag would deploy with less force under certain conditions. This is a whole different thing.

What doesn't make sense to me is why only certain states are affected. Supposedly heat and humidity exacerbate the defect. But if you have a car delivered new in, say, New Jersey, and currently registered in New Jersey, there is no contemplated recall at this time. If you drove to Florida, it seems as though you would be subject to the same risk as a Florida car.

Stay tuned, because this situation is changing rapidly. Don't be too surprised if cars in all states that have the defective Takata air bags are recalled. Likewise, don't be surprised if they are not. BTW, I read that the air bags were manufactured in Mexico.

Even with recalled cars, the parts may not be available. I read that the Ford dealer would disable the passenger front air bag and put a sign on the dashboard not to sit in the front passenger seat. No word as to whether flak jackets will be made available for the driver.

jz78817

as I understand it, the problem is that Takata either f-ed up the manufacture of the inflator propellant, or mis-handled propellant material they had on hand. Humidity/moisture can affect the propellant in suspect inflators in such a way that if the airbag is fired, the propellant detonates instead of undergoing a rapid controlled burn. And when it detonates, it blows the inflator canister apart which flings metal shrapnel all over the place.

and it doesn't matter where Takata manufactured the inflators, it was a result of poor processes and mis-management.

FordService

At this time, yes they are, Buckshot Barry. However, this situation is changing rapidly, so I would continue to check my VIN on the site.

Deysha

Buckshot Barry

Thank you!!!!!!!!!!!

I still only have 840 miles on my 2007 Pony Package and was dreading a trip to the service department.

FordService

I understand, Buckshot Barry. However, when it comes to safety recalls, I always recommend you go no matter what.

Deysha

Goldenpony

I typed in the VIN for my '06 GT. It said there were no recalls for my car. I'll check again in a while.

cruisin5268d

Wow....what's the point in having a car if it can never be a car? These cars are made to be driven...

It's not like they are supercars that cost hundreds of thousands of dollars.

Derf00

Of course not, it affected their cars too. Now, if they found out it only affected their competitors, they would've plastered it all over the media...