More than eight million Australians have used industry website www.ismyairbagsafe.com.au to check if their vehicle is fitted with a faulty Takata airbag.
The Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI) revealed this figure represents nearly half of the 17.8 million passenger cars and light commercial vehicles registered.
A faulty Takata airbag can seriously injure or kill vehicle occupiers and thanks to the industry website, of the eight million, almost 1.3 million vehicles have been identified as faulty.
FCAI chief executive Tony Weber says the website traffic is a strong result.
“If your vehicle has been identified as having a faulty Takata airbag, the next step is to speak to your dealer and schedule the fitment of a replacement airbag as soon as possible.”
The website launched in July 2018 and has helped vehicle owners check if their vehicles are fitted with faulty airbags.
Initially, more than three million vehicles were affected by the Takata airbags recall, but since then the number has been reduced to approximately 500,000.
Weber says the website is very simple to use.
“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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