French authorities have announced an unprecedented recall affecting over 800,000 vehicles across multiple manufacturers due to the persistent dangers linked to Takata airbags. This large-scale operation aims to remove these cars from circulation promptly to prevent potential injuries or fatalities caused by defective airbag inflators, which have been linked to violent deployments and shrapnel ejections in accidents globally. The recall extends to both relatively recent and older models, emphasizing the urgency in addressing this long-standing safety issue.

Owners of the affected vehicles are urged to contact authorized service centers immediately for free airbag replacement. Recall coordinators have also outlined a streamlined process to expedite repairs and minimize disruption. The table below summarizes the scope of the recall by manufacturer:

Manufacturer Vehicles Recalled Recall…