Peugeot 406: Possible Incorrect Wiring Of Side Air Bags And Seat Belt Pretensioners

Peugeot 406 Recall Summary Peugeot is recalling 102 model 406 vehicles in the United Kingdom due to potentially reversed wiring connections for the side airbags and seat belt pre-tensioners in the airbag control unit. If a crash occurs, the incorrect side airbag may deploy. The manufacturer will check the airbag connector wiring and correct any reversed connections if necessary.

Recalling firm
PEUGEOT
Product
Vehicles: PEUGEOT 406. Units affected: 102
Reason
There is a possibility that the connections for the side airbags and seat belt pre-tensioners may have been inverted on the connectors for the airbag ECU. In the case of an impact there is a risk that the incorrect side airbag could be triggered. Remedy: Check and if required change over the wires concerned in the airbag connector.
Classification
Class I
Category
vehicle recall
Country
United Kingdom
Agency
UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Recall date
2003-09-05
Status
Ongoing
Distribution
United Kingdom

Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

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