Do airbags deploy from rear-end collisions?
In a lot of rear-end collisions, the front car does not actually have the airbag deployed. As a result, many times in a rear-end collision, the airbags don’t deploy in that front car.
How much force is needed to trigger the inflation of an airbag?
Typically, a front airbag will deploy for unbelted occupants when the crash is the equivalent of an impact into a rigid wall at 10-12 mph. Most airbags will deploy at a higher threshold — about 16 mph — for belted occupants because the belts alone are likely to provide adequate protection up to these moderate speeds.
When do air bags deploy in a rear end accident?
Most air bags are designed to protect the passengers during head-on collisions and are therefore not meant to deploy during rear-end accidents. However, because of the impact dynamics of crashes, air bags rarely activate in rear-end collisions, according to online car resource AA1Car.
Why does my airbag light turn off after a crash?
The SRS system has a backup battery that steps in during a crash. This battery is charged by the main car battery. When the main battery discharges, the backup battery also discharges. This might cause the airbag light to appear. As you might have guessed, charging or replacing the battery solves this problem and the airbag light will turn off.
Why does my VW Golf have a fault code?
VW apparently knows about this issue and supposedly offers special repair kits for it. I think it applies to all the VW mk4 Jetta/Golf/GTI because they use the same connectors. The fault-code can be thrown simply by moving/sliding the front seats because the electrical connection in the wires below the front seats are poor.
What was the problem with the seatbelt latch on my VW?
The VW dealership wanted to charge around $600 to fix it. They told me the seatbelt latch was at fault because it had an intermittent connection issue, so I bought a new one and replaced it myself. The dealer then reset the fault code and the light turned off. However, as soon as a slid my seat to adjust it, the light came right back on.