Saab : Unintentional Deployment Of Passenger Air Bag

Recall Summary Approximately 8,332 SAAB and SAAB 900 vehicles are affected by a potential buildup of static electricity that could cause the front passenger air bag to deploy unintentionally. SAAB will install a grounding wire between the air bag module and vehicle body to fix the issue. This recall applies to vehicles distributed in the United Kingdom.

Recalling firm
SAAB
Product
Vehicles: SAAB, SAAB 900. Units affected: 8,332
Reason
A build up of static electricity may cause unintentional deployment of the front passenger air bag. Remedy: Recall affected vehicles and fit a grounding wire between the air bag module and the vehicle body.
Category
vehicle recall
Country
United Kingdom
Agency
UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Recall date
2001-10-04
Status
Ongoing
Distribution
United Kingdom

Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

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