ZF Air BAG Inflator: Inflator

Date

Aug. 27, 2020

Filed by

ZF North America, Inc.

Vehicles

ZF Air BAG Inflator (years not listed)

Component

Air Bags › Side/Window › Curtain › Inflator

Description of the defect

ZF Group North America Operations (ZF) is recalling certain Air Bag Inflators, part numbers 34277217A, 34204745A, 34177958C, and 34200077B. The diffusers may be improperly crimped causing them to separate from the inflator in the event of a curtain air bag deployment, affecting the curtain air bag inflation.

Potentially affected

1401

What can happen

In the event of a crash, if the diffuser detaches from the inflator during air bag deployment, the curtain air bag may not inflate properly, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

ZF has notified the vehicle manufacturers that purchased the affected parts. The vehicle manufacturers notified their owners, and dealers will replace the side curtain air bag assemblies, free of charge. Chrysler vehicle owners may contact their customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W52. Ford vehicle owners may contact their customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S35. GM vehicle owners may contact their customer service at 1-866-522-9559. GM's number for this recall is N202305380.

Recall notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Owner notification date

June 25, 2020

Recall type

E (equipment)

Influenced by

MFR

Manufacturer's component

ZF airbag inflator · 34277217A, 34204745A, 34177958C, 34200077B

Recall number

20E061000

What should I do? Car recall: how to check your car and get it fixed

Source: NHTSA · Vehicle record. View the agency notice. The agency notice governs; check it and the company before acting.