Honda Will Recall 143,000 Cars in Japan to Replace Airbags, No Takata Parts

Honda will replace the airbag inflators on 143,000 vehicles sold in Japan, but none of the affected units have Takata components. According to Misato Fukushima, a spokesperson for Honda, the propellant in the damaged airbag inflators was not suitable, and can cause an “inappropriate velocity.” The issue only affects Daicel airbag inflators, which are fitted in airbag modules manufactured by Nihon Plast Company.