IV. Background 2003-2004 Matrix

The Electronic Control Module (ECM) for the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) in these vehicles could have been manufactured with integrated circuits that are susceptible to internal short circuiting when exposed to certain electrical noise from various vehicle electrical components. If internal short circuiting occurs the front airbag(s) and/or seat belt pretensioners could inadvertently deploy. An airbag that deploys inadvertently can under some circumstances increase the risk of minor injury and the possibility of a crash.