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Narrator: There are currently millions of cars
on the road under recall for potentially deadly airbags.
So why are some airbags causing deaths
and injuries and crashes?
The problem is with a chemical inside the airbag that works
to inflate the air bag during a crash.
In a crash, the airbag can explode
shooting sharp metal fragments at the driver and passengers.
This can cause serious injury or death.
The greatest risk is in older vehicles,
especially vehicles driven in hot and humid areas.
So how can you find out if your vehicle is under recall?
Visit NHTSA.gov/recalls now.
Don't wait.
Because the number of recalled airbags is increasing
check NHTSA.gov regularly to see if your vehicle
has a dangerous air bag by using our free VIN lookup tool
and signing up for recall alerts.
If you have a recall, call your local dealer
and get it fixed for free.
Airbags are an important safety feature that help keep you
and your family safe.
If you learn your car has an airbag recall,
contact your dealer immediately and get it fixed right away.
And remember, the repair is free.
At NHTSA we believe safe cars save lives.
Check for recalls at NHTSA.gov/recalls.