Safety Q's - airbag recall

[pwrab]

Just spoke to my dealer-Markville.
They say "it'll be a long while, before we see the part".
Apparently, 'heat' affects it. They assume that Mexico and the southern US will be the first in line to get the parts.....

[JonsMustang]

So what's the word out on the street in regards to getting the airbag replaced from Ford?

[Parkway Ford Lincoln SVT]

No new info on this from Ford since July. If you didn't get the recall letter in the mail, here is a copy & paste:


This notice is sent to you under the requirements of the Motor Vehicle Safety Act of Canada.

Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited (Ford) has decided that a defect which relates to motor vehicle safety exists in your vehicle, with the Vehicle Identification Number shown above.
We apologize for this situation and want to assure you that, with your assistance, we will correct this condition. Our commitment, together with your dealer, is to provide you with the highest level of service and support.

What is the issue?

In certain vehicles, the front driver side air bag inflator housing may rupture and deploy abnormally in the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver side frontal airbag. An inflator rupture could result in metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

What will Ford and your dealer do?

Ford is working closely with its suppliers to produce parts for this repair. When parts become available for Safety Recall 15S21, Ford will notify you via mail to schedule a service appointment with your dealer to have the driver’s frontal airbag inflator replaced free of charge (parts and labour). Coverage is automatically transferred to subsequent owners.

What should you do?

When parts are available, Ford will send a letter to inform you that parts are available and to contact your dealer to schedule a repair.

Thank you for your attention to this important matter.

National Service Operations
FORD MOTOR COMPANY OF CANADA, Limited