TRW Automotive Inc. is recalling certain air bag electronic control units
— Recall Campaign #19E043000
TRW Automotive Inc. (TRW) is recalling certain air bag electronic control units (ECU). These ECUs may malfunction, possibly disabling the deployment of the air bags and/or seat belt pretensioners or causing them to unexpectedly deploy.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 36,971 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
19E043000
| Manufacturer: | TRW Automotive, Inc. |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | June 20, 2019 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 19E043000 |
| Units affected: | 36,971 |
- Description:
- TRW Automotive Inc. (TRW) is recalling certain air bag electronic control units (ECU). These ECUs may malfunction, possibly disabling the deployment of the air bags and/or seat belt pretensioners or causing them to unexpectedly deploy.
- Consequeces:
- In the event of a crash, air bags and/or seat belt pretensioners that do not deploy as intended may increase the risk of injury.
- Corrective action:
- TRW is working with the affected vehicle manufacturers who are conducting campaigns to replace the ECU's, free of charge.
- Notes:
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.