NHTSA Recall 02V213000: Air bags: frontal
ISUZU MOTORS LIMITED reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 15 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Isuzu Axiom.
| NHTSA campaign | 02V213000 |
|---|---|
| Component | AIR BAGS › FRONTAL |
| Report received | August 9, 2002 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain sport utility vehicles, the passenger-side air bag inflator modules were manufactured and shipped without a necessary component known as a check valve pin.
Safety risk
In the event of a crash, the air bag will not inflate properly or sufficiently resulting in an increased risk of injury to the seat occupant.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the passenger side air bag. Owner notification is expected to begin during august or september 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact isuzu at 1-800-643-4070.
Notes
Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 02V213000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.