NHTSA opens probe into 1.2 million Ford vehicles over airbag deployment
F•NHTSA opened a preliminary evaluation into more than 1.2 million Ford vehicles after reports that seat-mounted side airbags caused serious burn injuries. The agency cited eight complaints and four early warning reports involving certain 2021-2026 Ford Explorer vehicles.
1. Probe into airbag injuries
NHTSA opened a preliminary evaluation into more than 1.2 million Ford vehicles over accidental deployment of seat-mounted side airbags. The agency said it received eight complaints and four early warning reports alleging burn injuries linked to deployments in certain 2021-2026 Ford Explorer vehicles. Drivers, front-seat passengers and some law enforcement officers in Ford Explorer Police Interceptor vehicles reportedly suffered second- and third-degree burns following deployments.
