CARFAX: Nearly 750,000 Takata Airbags Replaced in 12 Months; 5.7 Million Vehicles Still At Risk

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CARFAX reports that 5.7 million vehicles in the U.S. still contain defective Takata airbags, despite approximately 750,000 replacements completed in the past 12 months. The company has launched a new 'Recall Tracker' to monitor urgent auto recalls nationwide.

The top states for airbag replacements in the last year include California (107,500), Texas (80,800), New York (41,000), Illinois (40,800), and Florida (35,200). However, significant numbers of unrepaired airbags remain, with Texas leading at 706,900 vehicles, followed by California (631,440) and Florida (270,140).

Several states utilize CARFAX's Vehicle Recall Search Service, a free tool developed with the Alliance for Automotive Innovation, allowing state agencies to check for unrepaired recalls. Consumers can check their vehicles for recalls at carfax.com/recall or through the Carfax Car Care app.

Positive

• 750,000 dangerous airbags replaced in 12 months showing significant progress
• Launch of new Recall Tracker system to improve consumer safety awareness
• Free Vehicle Recall Search Service available to state agencies

Negative

• 5.7 million vehicles still at risk with defective Takata airbags
• High concentration of unrepaired airbags in major states (Texas: 706,900, California: 631,440)
• Serious safety risk remains with potential for bodily harm or death

New CARFAX 'Recall Tracker' Sheds Light on the Nation's Most Urgent Auto Recalls

CENTREVILLE, Va., April 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Over a decade since the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) launched a nationwide recall due to the potentially life-threatening risks posed by Takata airbags, 5.7 million vehicles across the U.S. still carry these defective airbags, according to new data from CARFAX.

In a sign of progress, CARFAX data shows the number of cars on the road with Takata airbags has dropped by nearly 750,000 over the last year.

"Heightened and coordinated efforts by organizations like NHTSA and the Alliance for Automotive Innovation, in partnership with CARFAX, have helped raise consumer awareness and close millions of recalls," said Faisal Hasan, Vice President of Data at CARFAX.

States Making the Most Progress – In the last 12 months, these five states have had the highest number of Takata airbag replacements or recall closures:

1. California: 107,500
2. Texas: 80,800
3. New York: 41,000
4. Illinois: 40,800
5. Florida: 35,200

Three of these states—California, Texas, and New York—also utilize the Vehicle Recall Search Service, a powerful tool built by CARFAX and the Alliance for Automotive Innovation. This free service allows qualified entities, in particular state motor vehicle, public safety, and inspection departments to check vehicles for unrepaired recalls. The other participating states and territories are Ohio, Arizona, Connecticut, Maryland, Washington, and Puerto Rico.

Top 10 States With the Most Unrepaired Takata Airbags – Despite recent gains, millions of airbags remain unrepaired, especially in these 10 states:

1. Texas: 706,900
2. California: 631,440
3. Florida: 270,140
4. Pennsylvania: 183,460
5. North Carolina: 181,490
6. Ohio: 178,970
7. Arizona: 178,970
8. Georgia: 174,480
9. Tennessee: 173,360
10. New York: 165,220

To help close recalls nationwide, CARFAX has launched a new 'Recall Tracker' — a monthly resource designed to spotlight the most urgent recalls. The Recall Tracker not only helps keep consumers informed, but it also brings attention to unfixed recalls that could pose serious risks, including bodily harm or even death, according to NHTSA. By making these safety issues more visible, the tracker empowers consumers to take action and stay safe.

Consumers can also check, for free, whether their vehicle has an unresolved recall at carfax.com/recall. Monitoring apps like Carfax's Car Care app can help car owners receive timely reminders including alerts for recalls and oil changes.

Editor's note: The latest figures for Takata airbags in your state or market area can be made available upon request. Interviews with a Carfax expert are available anytime. Please contact Em Nguyen at emnguyen@arfax.com.

About CARFAX

CARFAX, part of S&P Global Mobility, helps millions of people every day confidently shop, buy, service and sell used cars with innovative solutions powered by CARFAX® vehicle history information. The expert in vehicle history since 1984, CARFAX provides CARFAX Car Listings, CARFAX Car Care, CARFAX History-Based Value and the flagship CARFAX Vehicle History Report to consumers and the automotive industry. CARFAX owns the world's largest vehicle history database and is nationally recognized as a top workplace by The Washington Post. Shop, Buy, Service, Sell – Show me the CARFAX®.

S&P Global Mobility is a division of S&P Global (NYSE: SPGI). S&P Global is the world's foremost provider of credit ratings, benchmarks, analytics and workflow solutions in the global capital, commodity and automotive markets.

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FAQ

How many vehicles still have dangerous Takata airbags in 2025?

According to CARFAX, 5.7 million vehicles across the United States still have defective Takata airbags installed.

Which states have the most unrepaired Takata airbags in 2025?

Texas leads with 706,900 unrepaired airbags, followed by California (631,440) and Florida (270,140).

How many Takata airbags were replaced in the past 12 months?

Nearly 750,000 Takata airbags were replaced or had recalls closed in the last 12 months.

What is CARFAX's new Recall Tracker system?

The Recall Tracker is a monthly resource launched by CARFAX to spotlight the most urgent recalls and help keep consumers informed about serious safety issues.

Which states made the most progress in Takata airbag replacements?

California (107,500), Texas (80,800), New York (41,000), Illinois (40,800), and Florida (35,200) had the highest number of replacements in the last 12 months.