What is Takata?
Takata Corporation is an automotive parts manufacturer.
Takata South Africa Contact Details
Company name: TAKATA PETRI (SOUTH AFRICA) (PTY) LTD
Address: C MATHEW ST, ATLANTIS
Phone Number: (021)577-4010
What was wrong with Takata airbags?
Overview. Approximately 67 million Takata airbags (priority groups 1-12) have been recalled because these airbags can explode when deployed, causing serious injury or even death.
All vehicle owners should: Check for Recalls using their vehicle identification number (VIN).
Why does Takata have the worst reputation?
With over 14 automakers issuing recalls on their cars, the Takata Airbag Recall is probably the largest safety recall in U.S. history.
The problem: self-deploying airbags installed in cars from as early as 2002. These airbags can explode with shrapnel and injure or even kill passengers.