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Stellantis issues 'Do Not Drive' alert for 225,000 older US vehicles
Published by Global Banking & Finance Review®
Posted on February 11, 2026
1 min readLast updated: February 11, 2026
Quick Summary
Stellantis recalls 225,000 US vehicles due to defective Takata airbags, urging owners not to drive until repairs are made.
Stellantis Issues Warning: 'Do Not Drive' for 225,000 Older US Vehicles
Stellantis Vehicle Safety Alert
WASHINGTON, Feb 11 (Reuters) - Chrysler-parent Stellantis on Wednesday issued a “Do Not Drive" warning for about 225,000 older vehicles in the United States with unrepaired defective Takata air bag inflators that have been recalled.
Affected Vehicle Models
The warning applies to various older Dodge Ram, Durango, Dakota, Magnum, Challenger, Chrysler Aspen and 300, Jeep Wrangler and Mitsubishi Raider that have not had repairs completed from various model years from 2003 through 2016.
Safety Concerns and Statistics
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said 28 deaths in the United States stemming from crashes involving defective Takata air bag inflators have occurred and warned that "minor crashes can result in exploding Takata air bags that can kill or produce life-altering, gruesome injuries."
(Reporting by David Shepardson)
Key Takeaways
- •Stellantis issues a 'Do Not Drive' warning for 225,000 vehicles.
- •Affected models include Dodge, Chrysler, Jeep, and Mitsubishi.
- •Defective Takata airbags linked to 28 US deaths.
- •Urgent repairs are necessary to prevent severe injuries.
- •National Highway Traffic Safety Administration involved.
Frequently Asked Questions about Stellantis issues 'Do Not Drive' alert for 225,000 older US vehicles
1What is a recall?
A recall is a request to return a product to the manufacturer due to safety concerns or defects. In the automotive industry, it often involves fixing or replacing faulty parts.
2What are air bag inflators?
Air bag inflators are devices that deploy air bags during a collision. They are designed to inflate rapidly to protect passengers from injury.
3What is a safety alert?
A safety alert is a notification issued by manufacturers or regulatory agencies to inform the public about potential hazards associated with a product.
