Airbag Failure

When a car crash occurs, the driver and passengers inside rely on airbags to stop their forward motion and cushion them from the impact of the collision. Before airbags, people involved in a car accident had little hope of surviving a high speed crash because there was nothing to cushion them from hitting the windshield or steering column. Airbags have now become standard in all vehicles in the United States, which means that drivers and passengers expect a certain level of safety whenever they are in a vehicle. When an airbag fails to deploy on impact, the person inside is put at great risk of sustaining life-threatening or life-ending injuries.

Causes of Failure

Airbags that fail to deploy contain some sort of defect that prevents them from opening. Individuals who would otherwise be kept safe by the cushioned bag may suffer severe injuries, such as head trauma, spinal injury, and other debilitating injuries. The following is a list of possible problems that could cause an airbag to fail:

Sensor damage that does not sense the impact on the car
Improper sensor and wiring installation that does not initiate deployment
Improper packing of the airbag into the airbag compartment
Malfunction with the deploying mechanism that prevents the airbag from being released

Liable Parties

An airbag that fails to work properly and cushion the driver or passenger represents a failure of safety standards required by law. The car manufacturer or airbag manufacturer may be responsible for the deployment failure and therefore may be liable for any injuries resulting from the defective bag. If you or someone you love has been injured because an airbag failed to deploy, you may have grounds to pursue a lawsuit for compensation. If the manufacturer is found to be negligent, you may receive payment for your injuries and damages, including medical bills, funeral costs, and lost wages from time off of work.

To Learn More

For more information on automobile defects and injury liability, please visit the website of experienced Austin personal injury lawyer Vic Feazell, P.C. today.

AIRBAG INJURIES