NHTSA recall 25V-068: Zeekr RT airbag noncompliance with FMVSS 208 unbelted test
[RECALL]Mar 4, 2025 · Zeekr · Zeekr RT (Ojai) · Phoenix
Failure Mode
RECALL
Event Date
Mar 4, 2025
Primary Entity
Zeekr
Robotic Platform
Zeekr RT (Ojai)
Jurisdiction / Location
Phoenix
Audit Standard
Physical State Verified
Incident Abstract & Audit Findings
Zeekr Technology US recalled 1 vehicle (of 30 manufactured) after a final verification crash test revealed the passenger airbag and inflatable curtain failed to meet FMVSS 208 injury criteria for unbelted passengers in a 40 kph 30-degree right front impact. The remedy involves reducing passenger seat travel length from 300mm to 50mm via a physical stop. The remaining 29 vehicles were secured at the China manufacturing facility.
System & Fleet Architecture
Operating Manufacturer
Hardware Platform
Operational Sectors
Primary Sources & Evidentiary Filings
- Inspect Filing
https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2025/RCLRPT-25V068-2153.PDF
https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2025/RCLRPT-25V068-2153.PDF
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Incident Context & FAQ
What happened in NHTSA recall 25V-068: Zeekr RT airbag noncompliance with FMVSS 208 unbelted test?
Zeekr Technology US recalled 1 vehicle (of 30 manufactured) after a final verification crash test revealed the passenger airbag and inflatable curtain failed to meet FMVSS 208 injury criteria for unbelted passengers in a 40 kph 30-degree right front impact. The remedy involves reducing passenger seat travel length from 300mm to 50mm via a physical stop. The remaining 29 vehicles were secured at the China manufacturing facility.
When did this incident occur?
The incident is recorded as occurring on March 4, 2025 on the DEPLOY registry. The date reflects the underlying real-world event, not the registry record's creation date.
What robot was involved in NHTSA recall 25V-068: Zeekr RT airbag noncompliance with FMVSS 208 unbelted test?
Zeekr RT (Ojai) by Zeekr is the recorded robot involved in this incident at Phoenix.
Has anyone responded to NHTSA recall 25V-068: Zeekr RT airbag noncompliance with FMVSS 208 unbelted test?
No responses to this incident are recorded on the DEPLOY registry. Operators, manufacturers, or affected parties can submit responses to the editorial team; absence is not a guarantee no response was issued.
What is the current status of NHTSA recall 25V-068: Zeekr RT airbag noncompliance with FMVSS 208 unbelted test?
This incident is an active record on the DEPLOY registry; no retraction or correction has been issued.