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Passenger car (Ford Lincoln MKX) - Repair
Official notice
14 Oct 2022
Last checked
27 Oct 2026
An official CAA Japan notice concerns Passenger car (Ford Lincoln MKX) - Repair. Airbag device (inflator) defect. Defective component (part name): Airbag device (inflator). Description and cause of the structure, equipment or performance deemed noncompliant with standards: In the driver's airbag inflator (inflation device), repeated temperature changes in a high-humidity environment may cause the gas-generating agent to deteriorate. Consequently, when the airbag deploys, the inflator housing may rupture and scatter components, potentially injuring occupants. Published 2022-10-14.
What to do now
Recall notification number: 外-3481. Corrective measures: On all vehicles, replace the driver's airbag inflator with an improved part.
Units affected
205
Recall number
外-3481
Official notice
2022-10-14
The hazard
The hazard
Airbag device (inflator) defect. Defective component (part name): Airbag device (inflator). Description and cause of the structure, equipment or performance deemed noncompliant with standards: In the driver's airbag inflator (inflation device), repeated temperature changes in a high-humidity environment may cause the gas-generating agent to deteriorate. Consequently, when the airbag deploys, the inflator housing may rupture and scatter components, potentially injuring occupants.
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Brand: Ford. Contact: フォード自動車株式会社. Phone 0120-125175.
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