Chrysler Recalls Pacifica & Voyager Minivans: Airbag Issue

0:00Chrysler just announced a big recall on their Pacifica and Voyager mini-vans for model years 2022 through 2026. We're talking about 178,246 vehicles total where the side curtain airbags might not hold enough. Pressure when they deploy. That can mean they don't protect passengers properly in a crash. The problem stems from a specific batch of airbags used in vehicles built between May 17th, 2022, and August 8th, 205. Officials estimate about 30% of these mini-vans could be affected, but ones made before or after that window are safe and not part of the. Recall, safety experts at the National Highway Traffic, safety administration flagged this after Chrysler filed the paperwork. It's a serious deal because side curtain airbags are key for shooting heads and upper bodies during side impacts or rollovers, so any failure raises. Real risks for families hauling kids around. Chrysler is moving fast, notifying dealers this week so they can start prepping.

1:04Owners should get letters this spring, and the fix is straightforward. Dealers will replace one or both airbags free of charge based on inspection. Keep an eye on your mailbox if you drive one of these, and hit up your dealers soon to stay protected on the road. I'm Corey with the story, and you've been listening to Dallas News today, AI Power Local News.