Takata Airbag Recall Information

This graphic from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety shows an airbag expanding, shooting shrapnel toward the driver.

by: Eric Spillman

Posted: May 20, 2015 / 04:01 AM PDT

Updated: May 20, 2015 / 08:44 AM PDT

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For more information on whether your vehicle has a faulty Takata airbag, which is subject to recall, click here:

http://www.safercar.gov/rs/takata/index.html

Also, if your car IS on the list, it may be awhile before the dealership will be able to replace the faulty airbag. There is some specific advice on what you should do:

http://money.cnn.com/2015/05/20/autos/airbag-recall-what-to-do/index.html?section=money_news_international