Autoliv Micro Gas Generator recalled over injury risk

Recall date

December 15, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Autoliv, Inc. recalls Autoliv Micro Gas Generator

Recall number

16E094000

Brand / firm

Autoliv

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 111,500 units

Why it was recalled

Although, the seat belt will operate as intended in the event of a crash, if the MGG detaches, it may be a projectile within the vehicle cabin, increasing the risk of injury.

What was recalled

Autoliv, Inc. (Autoliv) is recalling certain seatbelt retractors equipped with pretensioners, models R200, R200 Long and R200.1, manufactured April 10, 2016, to October 15, 2016. The Micro Gas Generator (MGG), a subcomponent part used on front, rear, and rear center seat belt retractors with pretensioners, may detach after the seatbelt retractor pretensioner is deployed.

What to do

Autoliv has notified the vehicle manufacturers that purchased the MGGs and is working with them to determine into which vehicles the affected MGGs were installed into. As this work progresses, vehicle recalls may be announced by the impacted vehicle manufacturers. Owners may contact Autoliv at 1-248-276-0722.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.