NHTSA Warns of Deadly Aftermarket Air Bag Inflators in Used Cars

Three fatalities and two severe injuries prompt urgent advisory on substandard replacements from foreign manufacturers.

Faulty air bag inflators have caused three deaths and two severe injuries in the past nine months.
The inflators, often sourced from foreign manufacturers, malfunctioned during crashes, sending metal fragments into occupants.
NHTSA advises used car buyers to obtain vehicle history reports and inspect air bags for genuine parts.
Consumers are urged to only use reputable repair shops and dealerships for air bag replacements.
Over 67 million Takata air bag inflators have been recalled in the U.S. due to similar safety concerns.