Why is there a problem with Honda airbags?
Honda will replace the driver’s side air bag inflator on the cars because they can deploy with too much pressure, causing the inflator casing to rupture and injure or kill the driver. Honda says it is aware of 12 incidents linked to the problem, with 11 injuries and one death.
Can a car airbag malfunction in an accident?
Airbags can malfunction in a number of ways, including: Airbags may not deploy. Not every accident will cause the airbags to deploy. However, when the collision is sufficiently intense, it is important for airbags to inflate. Even if you are wearing a seat belt, failure of airbags to inflate can lead to major injuries.
When did they start putting airbags in cars?
Subsequently, NHTSA declared that all vehicles created in 1995 or later are required to have dual front airbags. These airbags are intended to protect both the driver and front seat passenger. Most new model passenger cars, vans, and light trucks are equipped with front airbags and side airbags.
Do you need side airbags in your car?
Your car is not equipped with side airbags, or contains inadequate side airbags. Side airbags and rollover airbags are not required by the federal government. However, many cars are equipped with side airbags, which help to reduce injuries in case of a side impact collision.
Is it safe to drive with the air bag light on?
It could be a problem in the sensor that causes the light to come on. Or, the problem could be that your airbags will not deploy if you end up in a collision. It is not recommended you take the chance.
Can a dog be thrown by an air bag?
There are laws to ensure people protect their children while driving and engineered products to provide that protection. There are also reasonably-priced restraints available for pets to prevent them from being crushed by an airbag or thrown about like a projectile in crash.
What happens when an air bag deploys in a car?
If an airbag deploys, it will crush the animal against your face or chest. I can’t be more explicit than that. Airbags are designed to deploy in a fraction of a second after a collision. Sensors tell them the distance of the seat relative to the dash, the position of the occupant and whether or not they are wearing their belt.