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      Do Airbags Hurt When They Deploy?

      Airbags are designed to save lives and reduce the severity of injuries during a collision, but their deployment can sometimes cause discomfort or minor injuries. Here’s what you need to know:

      1. Deployment Force: Airbags deploy very quickly, typically within 20 to 30 milliseconds, and at speeds of up to 200 miles per hour. This rapid inflation can cause minor injuries like abrasions, bruises, or burns, particularly to the face, arms, and chest.

      2. Protective Role: Despite the potential for minor injuries, airbags significantly reduce the risk of severe injuries or fatalities by cushioning the impact and preventing occupants from striking hard surfaces inside the vehicle, such as the steering wheel, dashboard, or windshield.

      3. Types of Injuries: Common injuries from airbag deployment include friction burns from the airbag fabric, minor cuts or bruises, and sometimes more significant injuries if the occupant is very close to the airbag at the time of deployment. Wearing a seatbelt properly can help reduce the severity of these injuries.

      4. Safety Precautions: To minimize the risk of injury from airbag deployment, it’s important to always wear your seatbelt and sit at a safe distance from the steering wheel and dashboard. Maintaining the correct seating position helps ensure that the airbag can deploy as intended.

      MyAirbags specializes in resetting airbag control modules and repairing seat belts. When it comes to purchasing airbags, you have the option to buy them new or used. If considering used airbags, you can find them on websites like car-parts.com. However, it's important to note that some states in the USA only allow the installation of new airbags for safety reasons. For instance, in New York, you must install new airbags and keep a receipt as proof of purchase for salvage inspection purposes when getting your vehicle back on the road.

      If you need your airbag module repaired, MyAirbags can help you save up to 80% compared to buying new parts. Visit MyAirbags.com to learn more and send your parts in for expert repair.