Defective Airbags

Since they first became standard in many vehicles in the 1980s, airbags have saved thousands of lives. Defective airbags, on the other hand, may not only fail to protect vehicle occupants during an accident, but they may also cause more serious injuries than would otherwise have been sustained.

Causes of Airbag Defects

Some possible causes of airbag defects include:

• Airbag fails to fully inflate
• Airbag inflates too late or too early
• Airbag deploys with too much or too little force
• A defective sensor causes the airbag not to deploy upon crash.

Types of Airbag Injuries

Types of airbag injuries include:

• Fractures (e.g. upper arm)
• Brain injury (bleeding and swelling of brain tissue)
• Spinal cord injury
• Loss of limb
• Death

Airbag Defect Lawsuits

Vehicle manufacturers are liable for ensuring the safety of the airbags they install in their vehicles. Drivers or passengers who have suffered injury as a result of a defective air bag have the right to sue the vehicle manufacturer. If you or a loved one have been seriously injured because of an airbag defect you may be entitled to compensation. It is important that you consult with an experienced defective airbag lawyer who can further advise you of your legal options.