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Bluecar Bluecar Recall 17V813: Air Bags May Deploy Without a Crash

NHTSA campaign 17V813, reported December 18, 2017, 281 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

Certain 2016 vehicles may have air bags, including the front driver and passenger bags and the side curtain bags, that deploy without warning while driving and without any crash occurring.

An unexpected air bag deployment can increase the risk of injury to the driver and passengers, even when no collision has taken place.

The air bag software is being updated free of charge. Owners can contact Bluecar customer service at 1-972-757-7251 for more information, and can check their vehicle's VIN for open recalls.

Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle

The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 17V813Bluecar SAS
Component
AIR BAGS
Problem
Bluecar SAS (Bluecar) is recalling certain 2016 Bluecar vehicles. While driving, the front driver, passenger, and side curtain air bags may deploy without warning and without a crash occurring.
Risk
Unexpected deployment of the air bags without a crash can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
Bluecar has notified the company that owns the vehicles, and the air bag software is being updated, free of charge. The recall began on December 4, 2017. Owners may contact Bluecar customer service at 1-972-757-7251.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Affected vehicles

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