More than 2.4 million vehicles affected by faulty Takata airbags have been rectified.
This leaves 373,000 vehicles still at risk. The Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI) is urging owners to contact their vehicle dealer to check if their airbags are affected.
FCAI chief executive Tony Weber says the industry is making strong progress in replacing airbags.
“More than 176,000 vehicles have been rectified in the latest quarter alone. However, it is critical the owners of outstanding vehicles understand the risks they face and come forward promptly.”
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) reported that 81% of vehicles with faulty airbags have now been rectified, 2,460,817 as of September 30.
A further 200,933 vehicles were classified as unreplaceable, leaving 373,866 still needing to be rectified.
Western Australia has the highest airbag rectification rate, with 91.17% of airbags now replaced, followed by Queensland and South Australia. Victoria has the lowest rate, with 86.86% of airbags rectified, according to the ACCC.
The automotive industry website, www.ismyairbagsafe.com.au, has played a significant role in helping vehicle owners check their airbags and has been used by more than 8.9 million Australians.
“The website is very simple to use,” Weber says. “Just enter your vehicle’s registration number and state or territory. You can also check by texting TAKATA to 0487 AIRBAG (247 224). It’s quick and any required rectification will not cost you a cent.”
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