Air bag ecu may malfunction
Defect Summary
Trw automotive inc. (trw) is recalling certain air bag electronic control units (ecu). these ecus may malfunction, possibly disabling the deployment of the air bags and/or seat belt pretensioners or causing them to unexpectedly deploy.
Safety Consequence
In the event of a crash, air bags and/or seat belt pretensioners that do not deploy as intended may increase the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Trw is working with the affected vehicle manufacturers who are conducting campaigns to replace the ecu's, free of charge.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Trw Automotive, Inc. or involving Air Bags.
FAQ: Recall 19E043000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 19E043000?
NHTSA recall 19E043000 was issued by Trw Automotive, Inc. on June 20, 2019. It addresses: Air bag ecu may malfunction. The recall affects approximately 36,971 vehicles, with the defect involving the Air Bags component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Trw Automotive, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 19E043000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.