Should Airbags Deploy in a Rear-End Collision?
Frontal airbags should not normally deploy in a pure rear-end collision because occupants initially move backward into their seats rather than forward toward the steering wheel or dashboard. However, side, curtain or frontal airbags may deploy when the crash includes substantial sideways movement, a rollover or a secondary frontal impact. Should Frontal Airbags Deploy in […]
How to Start a Car After Airbags Deploy Safely
To start a car after airbags deploy, first confirm that the vehicle has no fuel leak, electrical damage, fluid loss, fire risk, or structural damage. A restart may then require resetting a manufacturer-installed fuel cutoff, replacing a pyrotechnic battery safety terminal, repairing collision damage, or clearing an electronic crash shutdown with a capable diagnostic tool. […]