Takata is at the centre of the biggest automotive recall of all time. There has now been over 50 million cars officially recalled due to a potentially fatal defect in the airbags, built by the Japanese automotive parts supplier.
So far there has been at least six deaths and 100 injuries across 10 manufacturers.
The reason for the recall is due to a faulty seal that is allowing moisture in to airbag inflators. As a result "over-aggressive combustion" is causing occupants to possibly be sprayed with metal fragments from the airbag mechanism.
Below is a list of cars that are affected by the recall in Australia. If you believe that your car may be affected it’s best to contact your local dealer or the customer service telephone numbers below.
Affected Takata Cars in Australia
Toyota - Customer Service: 1800 869 682
| Make | Built Between |
| Echo | 2002 to 2005 |
| Yaris | 2005 to 2007 |
| Corolla | 2000 to 2007 |
| RAV4 | 2002 to 2005 |
| Avensis | 2000 to 2007 |
Lexus - Customer service: 1800 023 009
| Make | Built Between |
| SC430 | 2001 to 2003 |
Nissan - Customer service: 1800 988 334
| Make | Built Between |
| Micra | tbc |
| Pulsar | tbc |
| Navara | tbc |
| Patrol | tbc |
| X-Trail | tbc |
| Maxima | tbc |
Honda - Customer service: 1800 804 954
| Make | Built Between |
| Jazz | 2004 to 2009 |
| Civic | 2004 to 2005 |
| CR-V | 2002 to 2008 |
| Accord Euro | 2004 to 2007 |
| Accord | 2003 |
| MDX | 2003 |
Mazda - Customer service: 1800 034 411
| Make | Built Between |
| Mazda6 | 2002 to 2004 |
| RX-8 | 2002 to 2004 |
Chrysler - Customer Service: 1300 133 079
| Make | Built Between |
| 300C | 2006 to 2007 |
BMW - Customer service: 133 269
| Make | Built Between |
| 3-Series | 2002 to 2003 |
Mercedes-Benz - Customer service: 1300 300 896
| Make | Built Between |
| SL | 2014 |
| SLK | 2014 |
All recalls for any issue can be found here http://www.recalls.gov.au/content/index.phtml/itemId/952855
