Cadillac Escalade ESV MY2007-2008, 2011-2012 - extended recall

Airbag inflator: As it gets older, a combination of high temperatures and humidity can cause the airbag inflator propellant to degrade. If an affected vehicle is involved in a collision triggering the airbag, the metal inflator housing may explode/rupture under too much internal pressure.

Reason / Defects: Airbag inflator: As it gets older, a combination of high temperatures and humidity can cause the airbag inflator propellant to degrade. If an affected vehicle is involved in a collision triggering the airbag, the metal inflator housing may explode/rupture under too much internal pressure. Hazards: In the event that a defective airbag inflator ruptures, metal fragments may propel out through the airbag cushion towards the vehicle occupants causing serious injury or fatality. What to do: The owner of the affected vehicle should contact Salstrip International Pty Ltd by phone on 0418 240 837 or via email at suv@suv.net.au to arrange for a replacement airbag inflator, free of charge. When parts become available consumers will be advised by Salstrip International Pty Ltd to organise an inspection and repair of the vehicle, free of charge. We recommend you visit https://www.productsafety.gov.au/newsletter/subscribe to subscribe to receive updates about current and future recalls as they are published. Further information, for consumers is available at: https://www.productsafety.gov.au/recalls/compulsory-takata-airbag-recall.

This recall was extended on 18 November 2021 to include additional vehicles. Cadillac Escalade ESV Model Year 2007 VIN: 1GYFK66817R212331 Cadillac Escalade ESV Model Year 2008 VIN: 1GYFK66888R113216 VIN: 1GYFK66838R154398 Cadillac Escalade ESV Model Year 2011 VIN: 1GYS4HEF3BR214904 VIN: 1GYS4HEFXBR147055 Cadillac Escalade ESV Model Year 2012 VIN: 1GYS4HEF3CR192162 VIN: 1GYS4HEF9CR192215 Front passenger side airbag inflators 7 affected vehicles