Exploding Air Bags and the Biggest Auto Recall Ever

The video discusses the largest auto recall in US history, involving 65 million potentially unsafe airbags supplied by Takata. These airbags, used by major manufacturers, are malfunctioning due to a chemical propellant that destabilizes over time, causing explosions that have resulted in fatalities. The recall affects one in five US cars, and the replacement process is complex and lengthy. Takata faces a criminal investigation, and car owners are left with dangerous vehicles that are difficult to fix.

What percentage of cars in the US are affected by the Takata airbag recall?

• 10%

• 20%

• 30%

• 40%

Which company is at the center of the airbag recall?

• Toyota

• Ford

• Honda

• Takata

What chemical is used in Takata airbags that causes them to malfunction?

• Ammonium nitrate

• Sodium chloride

• Potassium nitrate

• Calcium carbonate

Why are the Takata airbags particularly dangerous in the southern US?

• Proximity to the ocean

• Long exposure to heat and humidity

• Increased rainfall

• Higher altitude

What is one major challenge faced by car owners due to the recall?

• Lack of awareness

• Limited dealership locations

• Difficulty in obtaining replacement parts

• High cost of replacement