Recall 13V229 affects 117 2012 Coda vehicles for improperly rolled side curtain airbags. Repair is free at any franchised Coda dealer.
Coda is recalling 117 2012 Coda vehicles because the side curtain airbags were improperly rolled during production. In a crash that needs side curtain airbag deployment, the airbags can fail to deploy as intended and increase injury risk; the dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The side curtain airbag in the 2012 Coda sits along the roof rail above the side windows. In a side crash or rollover, it is designed to drop down between the glass and the occupants, helping protect heads from hard contact with the window area.
On affected Coda vehicles, the side curtain airbag was rolled improperly during production. That matters because the airbag depends on being packed in the right direction and shape before it inflates. If the roll is wrong, the airbag can unfold incorrectly and not deploy as intended when the vehicle needs it.
There is no warning sign before failure. The airbag system can appear normal until a crash triggers deployment, so an owner will not hear, feel, or see this defect during ordinary driving.
Who's affected?
| 2012 Coda Coda | side air bag |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 117 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific sedan.
What's the safety risk?
In a crash that requires side curtain airbag deployment, the airbags can fail to deploy as intended. That leaves occupants with less crash protection and increases the risk of injury. Confirm your VIN and arrange the dealer repair if this recall applies. Repair will be free at any franchised Coda dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2012 Coda Coda is included in this recall.
- Contact your nearest franchised Coda dealer to ask about the free side curtain airbag replacement that fixes airbags rolled incorrectly during production.
- Bring the recall notice mailed on June 11, 2013. If you do not have it, reference recall number 13V229 when you call.
- Ask the dealer to confirm this repair replaces both side curtain airbags and supersedes Coda recall R84002.
- Drive with extra care until the repair is complete, since the side curtain airbags can fail to deploy as intended in a crash.
What happens at the repair
Because the remedy status is not listed, start by calling a Coda dealer with your VIN before arranging service. The remedy says the safety recall began on June 11, 2013, and owners were instructed to go to Coda dealers. At the dealer, a Coda technician replaces both side curtain airbags at no charge. The replacement matters because the original side curtain airbags were improperly rolled during production and can fail to deploy as intended. Owners from the earlier Coda campaign are included in this repair path.
Timeline
| May 30, 2013 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| June 11, 2013 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 13V229?
Recall 13V229 covers 117 2012 Coda Coda vehicles with side curtain airbags that were improperly rolled during production. In a crash that needs side curtain airbag deployment, the airbags can fail to deploy as intended, increasing injury risk. Coda dealers replace both side curtain airbags for free.
What should I do if my 2012 Coda Coda is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 13V229. If it is, contact a franchised Coda dealer to have both side curtain airbags replaced. The repair is free. Reference recall number 13V229 and Coda campaign R84002 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Coda's remedy says dealers replace both side curtain airbags free of charge. The recall began on June 11, 2013.
Is it safe to drive my 2012 Coda Coda before the airbag repair?
The recall does not include a do-not-drive order, but the airbag defect matters in a side-impact crash. If your VIN is included, schedule the free repair and ask the Coda dealer any driving questions before your appointment.
What if my Coda was part of the earlier airbag recall?
This recall supersedes Coda recall 12V-409. Coda's remedy says all owners, including owners from the earlier campaign, were to be notified and instructed to have both side curtain airbags replaced free of charge.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/13V229000 |
|---|---|
| NHTSA recall # | 13V229 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 13V229000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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