NHTSA Opens Probe Into 1.2 Million Ford Vehicles Over Burn Risk from Airbag
By Kelly Cloonan
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is investigating certain Ford vehicles over reports of burn injuries caused by airbag deployments.
The NHTSA said its preliminary evaluation involves an estimated 1.2 million vehicles, including Ford Explorers from model years 2021 through 2026.
The NHTSA said it has received several reports alleging burn injuries during crashes where the seat-mounted side airbag was deployed. Burn injuries have been reported for both drivers and front passengers, and were typically diagnosed as second or third-degree burns requiring medical treatment, the NHTSA said.
The NHTSA said its preliminary evaluation would evaluate the scope, frequency and potential safety-related consequences of the alleged defect.
Write to Kelly Cloonan at kelly.cloonan@wsj.com
(END) Dow Jones Newswires
November 09, 2026 07:57 ET (12:57 GMT)
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