Death toll rises to 28 in US as Takata airbag inflators continue to explode

A recent death in Alabama has been linked to Takara air bag inflators, making it the 28th death in the United States. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration highlighted the need for people to replace recalled air bag inflators, as Takara air bags have caused over 400 injuries in the U.S. and 36 deaths globally. The Alabama incident involved a 2004 Honda Civic in a high-speed crash, making it difficult to determine the exact cause of death. Honda, which used the most Takara air bags in its cars, has replaced or accounted for 95% of the recalled inflators in its vehicles and is urging owners to get their vehicles repaired as soon as possible. Owners can check for recalls on Honda and Acura vehicles at the company websites or nhtsa.com. Takara air bag inflators have led to the largest series of auto recalls in U.S. history, with 67 million inflators involved and approximately 100 million recalled worldwide. The faulty air bags ultimately led Takata to file for bankruptcy. The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of addressing recalled air bag inflators to prevent further accidents and fatalities.

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