By this point we're all aware of the recall affecting Takata airbags. As it is a large supplier to the automotive industry, there is a swath of manufacturers feeling the pain right now. The problem is that this whole situation may **just** be getting started.
That's because the effort is concentrated right now. As of now the focus is pointed on states in the southern U.S. and Puerto Rico.
Of course there's zero reason why anyone not located within the hot and humid southern U.S. should be subjected to shrapnel should their airbag go off in an accident, but the government sees it differently as of now. These are the same people that can't even run a post office.
As of now two friends of mine that own E46 BMW M3s located in the New York Tri-State area are on a waiting list for parts. I wonder if they actually have the parts available nationally but are holding out for folks down south that are considered "priority" given NHTSA's order.
Expect the 8 million vehicles recalled to only grown in size in short order.
Be safe out there, Spies!
More cars could soon join the list of recalls over exploding airbags, a senior administration official told CNN Friday.
Until now the nearly 8 million vehicles under recall have been concentrated in warmer states with humid climates, but there is increasing pressure to expand efforts nationwide.
The recall started last year, and it expanded earlier this year. The issue gained increasing attention earlier this month as Toyota and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration stepped efforts to get car owners to replace their airbags.
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