Mitsubishi I-car: Airbag May Release Shrapnel If Deployed

Recall Summary Mitsubishi is recalling approximately 25,660 i-Car and Lancer vehicles in the United Kingdom because certain passenger side airbags may release shrapnel from the inflator container when deployed, potentially injuring passengers. The company will replace the affected airbag modules. This is classified as a Class I recall, the most serious category.

Recalling firm
MITSUBISHI
Product
Vehicles: MITSUBISHI i-Car, MITSUBISHI LANCER. Units affected: 25,660
Reason
Certain passenger side airbags the inflator might release shrapnel from the inflator container during deployment which could injure the passenger. Remedy: On affected vehicles replace air bag modules
Classification
Class I
Category
vehicle recall
Country
United Kingdom
Agency
UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Recall date
2015-11-19
Status
Ongoing
Distribution
United Kingdom

Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

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