Fiat Chrysler Automobiles Scudo recall: Airbag may deploy incorrectly
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- In the event of a significant frontal collision the driver's airbag may not deploy correectly due to a non-conformity which occurred in the supplier's production process. The airbag when deployed may cause injury to the driver due to contaminated parts within the airbag module.
- What to do
- Contact a Fiat Chrysler Automobiles dealer to book the free repair. Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the airbag inflator.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
In the event of a significant frontal collision the driver's airbag may not deploy correectly due to a non-conformity which occurred in the supplier's production process. The airbag when deployed may cause injury to the driver due to contaminated parts within the airbag module.
The fix
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the airbag inflator.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scudo | 2 May 2016 | 27 Jul 2016 | 6 |
How to check your vehicle
Use the official DVSA checker with your registration number to see if your exact vehicle is included. If it is, the manufacturer should have written to the registered keeper. The repair is free, even if you bought the vehicle second-hand.
Updated 23 September 2016. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.