Do you have a defective Takata airbag in your car?
Your car does indeed have a Takata airbag, but that particular group of airbags was not among those identified as potentially defective, said Cindy Knight, a PR manager for Toyota.
What does it mean when your airbag sensor is bad?
Bad airbag sensor means the sensor light is on the dashboard blinking or illuminating. Whatever the case is, we recommend to not driving the car with a faulty sensor. If you can see the airbag light on the screen, it means the airbag is not functional. And if something happens, such as an accident, it will not open up.
Why does my airbag light keep coming on?
Faulty airbag sensors are probably the most common cause of airbag lights coming on. Your vehicle has a number of different sensors which are designed to activate the airbag system in the event of an accident. Naturally, these can become faulty, which would cause the airbag light to illuminate.
How can I find out if my airbag is defective?
Click here to submit your problem online. Letters are edited for length and clarity. Dear Patrick: Given the way the airbag recalls have been rolled out in dribs and drabs over the past several years, we can’t blame you for being concerned.
What vehicles are involved in airbag recall?
Honda, Nissan, Toyota and Mazda are involved in a massive airbag recall that could see as many as 2.9-million vehicles worldwide recalled for exploding airbags. The Japanese airbag supplier Takata makes airbags for many manufacturers that also includes BMW and General Motors.
Can person file lawsuit for airbag injuries?
Injuries can also occur if the airbag fails to deflate, or if an individual is exposed to chemicals in the airbag. Airbag-caused injuries include abrasions or burns to the face, and neck injuries. Under certain circumstances, an individual injured by an airbag can file a lawsuit in money court and obtain damages (monetary compensation).
How much does it cost to replace an air bag?
If your airbags are either broken or non fuctional and were never deployed, then the cost of replacing them will greatly depend on the car you drive. In most cases, plan on spending $1,000 to $1,500 to replace each airbag if you were to hire a professional mechanic.
Is your car part of the Takata airbag recall?
If you find out that your car or truck is part of the Takata airbag recall, you should contact a dealership immediately and set up a repair. There should be no charge to have the defective Takata airbags in your vehicle replaced.