What causes an airbag to explode?

Long-term exposure to high heat and humidity can cause these air bags to explode when deployed. Such explosions have caused injuries and deaths. NHTSA urges vehicle owners to take a few simple steps to protect themselves and others from this very serious threat to safety.

Can an air bag explode?

A chemical drying agent used in the inflators could cause air bags to rupture when exposed to long-term heat and humidity, Takata and NHTSA said. Upon bursting, some Takata air bags caused shrapnel to explode forward into passengers and drivers, injuring or killing some.

What happens if an airbag explodes?

After the airbag bursts from the steering wheel and collides with your forward-moving body, your chest area is open to injury. Many drivers have endured broken bones in their chest, and damage to soft tissue. Burn and Laceration Injuries – The speed at which airbag deploys can cause abrasions or burns.

Can airbags explode after a crash?

Inflaters in tens of millions of Takata airbags contain a defect that may cause them to explode and send metal fragments into cars. The defect lies in how the airbags are meant to inflate when they are activated.

Can airbag dust make you sick?

Immediate signs and symptoms of sodium azide exposure Cough (gas or dust exposure) Dizziness. Headache. Nausea and vomiting.

How do I check if my airbag is recalled?

You can check if your airbag is on the recall list by searching your vehicle model using one of the following options:

1. Contact your vehicle manufacturer or visit their website.
2. Product Safety Australia website.
3. Is my airbag safe website.

How do I know if my airbags are recalled?

Visit NHTSA.gov/recalls to find out if your car or truck is under recall. Search using your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). Your search result will tell you if your car or truck is included in this recall or any other safety recall.

Can airbags break your neck?

In more severe situations, it is not uncommon for drivers to suffer fractures and/ breaks in the bones of the hands, wrists and arms. The accompanying force of airbag deployment striking ones face and head have been known to cause head and neck trauma as a direct result of an airbag malfunction.

How does it feel to get hit by an airbag?

Any crash that causes your airbags to go off is likely to be painful, if not from broken glass, loud noises, a sudden tight hug from your seatbelt, then from an airbag blowing up in your face. It can feel like being kicked in the face and chest by a very strong but fluffy bunny.

Which Toyota cars are recalled for airbags?

First-Ever Yaris Cross. Hybrid available.