Investigation PE97015: Vehicles

Status

CLOSED

Opened

Apr 4, 1997

Closed

Aug 26, 1997

Model years

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Subject

Air bag exhaust fire

Component: Air bags

Summary

Passenger air bag deployment may cause vehicle occupant's clothing to catch on fire.

An NHTSA investigation looks into whether a safety defect exists. Opening one is not a finding. Outcomes can include a recall, closure without action, or further inquiry.