Nissan warns owners of unrepaired vehicles not to drive them because of the risk of exploding air bag inflators

Nissan is telling owners of 84,000 older vehicles to stop driving them because their Takata airbags might explode in a crash. This can throw out dangerous metal pieces. One person died in a Nissan due to this issue, and 58 others were hurt since 2015. The airbags in these cars are old and can explode, causing serious harm or death. Nissan wants owners of certain 2002-2006 Sentra cars, 2002-2004 Pathfinder SUVs, and 2002-2003 Infiniti QX4 SUVs to contact their dealer for a free replacement. The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration warns that even small accidents can trigger these airbags to explode, leading to fatal or life-changing injuries. Older airbags are more risky, as they can deteriorate over time, especially in hot and humid conditions. Nissan has tried to contact owners of the 84,000 affected vehicles, but many remain unrepaired. The company reported a death in 2018 due to a Takata airbag in a 2006 Sentra. Worldwide, 35 people have died from Takata airbag issues in countries like Malaysia, Australia, and the U.S. The U.S. government says many affected airbags have not been fixed, with around 100 million recalled globally. It's crucial for owners of these older vehicles to act promptly to replace the faulty airbags and avoid potential harm.