Hatzipantela to the Commission for “Takata” airbags: “A matter of life and death”

The MEP of the DISY and the EPP, Michalis Hatzipantela, brings earlier than the European Fee the scandal with the “Takata” airbags – He speaks of a “time bomb” within the fingers of tens of hundreds of drivers

DISY and EPP MEP Michalis Hatzipantela speaks of a “time bomb” within the fingers of tens of hundreds of drivers, bringing earlier than the European Fee the “Takata” airbag scandal. Mr. Hatzipantela notes that there’s nice unrest in Cyprus, after the deaths and accidents recorded as a result of particular airbags.

“Recall efforts stay gradual and sophisticated, whereas client consciousness stays low and insufficient. As well as, the monetary burden and accountability of alternative has not been clarified between producers, importers and sellers, additional complicating the efforts of affected shoppers.”

Mr. Hatzipantela emphasizes that it’s vital that we act rapidly to make sure a complete and well timed recall, in addition to client consciousness, to deal with this life-and-death threat.

Particularly, Mr. Hadjipantela asks the next questions:

1. What measures will likely be taken to make sure full and well timed alternative of those faulty airbags throughout the EU?

2. What measures will likely be proposed to harmonize recall procedures and obligations whereas sustaining sturdy safety protocols throughout the EU?

3. How will the safety of affected shoppers be achieved and the way will consciousness be raised, notably in international locations with low alternative charges?