"Airbag Explosion: What Really Happens and Why the Recall Matters!"

Welcome to an important educational video recorded at G&C Tire and Auto Service, where we demonstrate the dramatic deployment of a vehicle's airbags. This video is not just about the spectacle-though the power of an airbag deployment is indeed eye-opening-it’s a crucial public service announcement designed to raise awareness about the dangers of defective airbags and the importance of checking whether your vehicle is part of a nationwide airbag recall.
In this video, you'll witness firsthand what happens when airbags deploy, providing a clear understanding of the force involved and why this safety feature is so critical. We partnered with My Plumber, a local business that generously donated the vehicle for this demonstration, to bring you this vital information. Our goal is to educate the public on the potential dangers lurking in their vehicles and to encourage everyone to verify the safety of their airbags.
The backdrop to this demonstration is a serious issue that has affected millions of vehicles across the country-defective airbags that have been the subject of a massive recall. If you’ve ever searched for "is my airbag part of a recall?" or "how do I check if my car’s airbags are safe?", this video is for you. These defective airbags, when deployed, can cause serious injuries or even fatalities due to shrapnel being expelled or improper inflation. Ensuring that your airbags are functioning correctly and are not part of this recall could literally be a matter of life and death.
As you watch the airbags deploy in our video, consider the immense force they generate. This force is designed to save lives in the event of a crash, but with the faulty airbags in question, this same force could cause serious harm. It's a stark reminder of why vehicle safety recalls, especially those involving critical components like airbags, should never be ignored.
At G&C Tire and Auto Service, we are committed to your safety on the road. That’s why we’re sharing this video to help you understand what’s at stake and to urge you to take action if your vehicle is affected by a recall. Checking your vehicle's recall status is easy and only takes a few minutes. You can visit the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) website and enter your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) to see if your car is included in any recalls, including the ongoing airbag recall.
If you find that your vehicle is part of the recall, don’t wait. Contact your nearest dealership or repair shop to schedule a replacement of the defective airbags as soon as possible. Many automakers offer these repairs for free because they understand the severity of the issue.
The key takeaway from this video is that airbags are an essential safety feature, but like any component, they must function correctly to protect you. Defective airbags are a hidden danger that can turn a life-saving feature into a hazard. By staying informed and taking action, you can ensure that your vehicle remains a safe mode of transportation for you and your loved ones.
We encourage you to share this video with friends, family, and anyone who drives. The more people are aware of the risks associated with defective airbags and the importance of checking for recalls, the safer our roads will be.
At G&C Tire and Auto Service, your safety is our priority. We’re here to support you with reliable auto repair services, routine maintenance, and the critical information you need to keep your vehicle in top condition. Whether it’s through educational videos like this one, or hands-on service in our shop, we’re dedicated to keeping you safe on the road.
Thank you for watching, and don’t forget to subscribe to our channel for more valuable content on vehicle safety, maintenance tips, and all things auto repair. If you have any questions or need assistance checking if your vehicle’s airbags are part of a recall, feel free to reach out to us at G&C Tire and Auto Service. We’re here to help!
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[@aquaman6166]

When I had my accident, the sound of my airbags deploying was a lot scarier than the actual impact lol

[@RodknockRhett]

I can't even remember the sound of the impact as all I heard were the airbags.

[@cyrusfu]

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[@memeeemee214]

Same here

[@memeeemee214]

The actual scary thing in an accident !!! Jesus you think you’re in a bad movie when this happens to you! My chest hurt for months and months

[@ashleyhutchison1875]

Has anyone ever had an Airbag deploy on them? How big are they? The reason why I'm asking is because I'm scared of airbags they make me really nervous.

[@rubi9415]

Ashley Hutchison as long as you’re not super close to the steering wheel or dashboard it’s not too rough. it also happens REALLY fast you won’t even realize the airbags deployed due to the fact that the accident will be a lot to take in and process. apparently the newer airbags will inflate more or less depending on the position of the seat and the weight. the airbags honestly rlly helped w my accident because including my seatbelt i felt v secure and like i wasn’t jolted around too much since like i had airbags everywhere lol. it’s wild.

[@reincarnsproductions]

Same

[@memeeemee214]

I was really close to the steering wheel and my chest hurt for months after I could barely breathe.

[@captain150]

The key is to be far enough away from the airbag (ie at least 10 inches) and have your seat belt on and tight. The idea is the airbag will be finished deploying before you even touch it. The danger comes if you are very close to the airbag, so that the airbag will hit you while it's still deploying. If you watch crash tests with crash test dummies, you can see what I mean when I say the airbag is finished deploying before you hit them.

[@GaudyDragon8963]

Same. I sit really close to the front in my grandads car because of my nan, but the way I am sat, I am really scared of it deploys when I am sat there

[@reticent79andrea]

I like this video. It shows what happens to the section of the dashboard (passenger side) when the airbag deploys. It just flips backward. So does the panel in the center of the steering wheel. No one I asked knew, and the other videos I've seen never mentioned it or showed a good angle. Thanks!

[@RobertHancock1]

On a lot of newer vehicles there's no separate panel that opens up - there's a hidden weakened area in the dashboard material that the airbag just breaks through when it deploys.

[@RyanDowney-np3iy]

What’s that loud long noise after the drivers airbag is deployed?

[@jeffwal5937]

Interesting shape for the passenger's side airbag.

[@pilot9412]

It's designed to protect a passenger in the middle seat as well. This van doesn't have one but many do.

[@jeffwal5937]

That's pretty cool :). The only other ones I've seen like that are some really early designs.

[@007Kellam]

I was thinking the same thing. It took a while to fully deploy too

[@reincarnsproductions]

​@@pilot9412lol if a kid was sitting there 😡

[@FadingBulb57227]

@@pilot9412 yeah, the 03-06 Mercedes Sprinter had a 3 passenger Bench Seat, but this Dodge Sprinter had 2 Bucket Seats so that compartment was basically useless

[@zpayton91]

This is cool to watch

[@borjasguevara]

and cheaper!!!

[@MattMelon519]

If you guys want to see it in slow motion, pause the video and use the comma and period keys(less than and greater than) to slowly go through the video frame by frame.

[@The_Protectors_Universe]

My mom and I got into a car accident yesterday both airbags deployed it hit me in the face and the chest and I never want to get in another car ever again

[@nairdan6604]

Hey man dont worry its probably not going to happen you should not be scared of it, i hope both of you are okay 👍

[@The_Protectors_Universe]

*_Nairdan_* thanks we’re ok but now I sit in the back seat because I’m so scared

[@reincarnsproductions]

that's like getting beat up by a dude person badly like a bodybuilder feeling

[@damjanoviic]

My dad got burns on his hands when his hands were on the sterring wheel bicause the airbag was so hot.

[@GCTireandAutoService]

I have seen people walk away with no injuries, and then I have seen some get banged up pretty bad. Wonder how it would be if you where wearing big sunglasses?

[@donnapoole7341]

Me too my hands got burn.

[@curtisgannon8475]

Final destination vibes

[@yklmuhammad]

Curtis Gannon lmaoo you funny I’m watching this because my boy drive crazy and I’m always in the car so , yeaa

[@Bells-h7g]

I've never seen a airbag like the passenger one lol

[@yes8032]

It’s to protect the middle seat passenger since this van as also sold as a 3 seater

[@sushmarani5927]

is it possible for airbags to deploy after an accident like in my car the front one are deployed but the Curtion airbags are remaining is it possibe for then to deploy without scanning or doing anyting to my car when i crash my car from door side??

[@GCTireandAutoService]

Delayed answer, but I think it would be near impossible.

[@jetway756]

I know this is 5 years later, but yes it is possible. Most modern cars have SRS computers programmed to deploy any remaining airbags should there be any more collisions with the car after the initial one. Such example would be a pileup on ice

[@ivanvidargas3175]

Why does the drivers airbag have more gas then the passenger airbag

[@RyanDowney-np3iy]

I think that it’s more powerful then the passenger, I could be wrong but that’s what I think.

[@Ryleegamingtv90]

There was 2 airbags when the second airbag activated

[@violetabalkanska5073]

Why did you touch and deflates the airbags

[@aquaman6166]

Violeta Balkanska the airbags have vents in the back so when they inflate they don't explode. They start to deflate a little but on their own over time

[@princesstwilightsparkle1302]

@@aquaman6166 You forgot the @ symbol.

[@kenziebacklin11]

That fabric probably feels rough or soft idk

[@alifrachmanz]

Kenzie Backlin its soft so you dont hurt when you hit

[@kenziebacklin11]

Al33f NFS wait how do u know?

[@kenziebacklin11]

Al33f NFS how do u know this

[@kenziebacklin11]

Concept Cobalt how do u know?

[@kenziebacklin11]

Concept Cobalt how soft was it like a pillow?

[@FadingBulb57227]

what van is that

[@GCTireandAutoService]

This was a sprinter work van. It belonged to My Plumber. They donated it for this air bag demonstration and then it went to NVCC Automotive Program.

[@yes8032]

Mercedes sprinter I think

[@FadingBulb57227]

@@yes8032 yeah, that specific one was a Dodge Sprinter, they sold the Mercedes Sprinters in the US under the Dodge & Freightliner brand from 2003-2006

[@donnapoole7341]

My air bags blow up and was on fire ..i got burn in kia soul 2012 model .

[@princesstwilightsparkle1302]

2005 Freightliner Sprinter.

[@FadingBulb57227]

It's a dodge but they also sell them as freightliners

[@QUADUL8RMax]

Does airbags deploy one more time I’m going to deploy your butt

[@TeimonKauppa739]

No unless you replace airbags

[@ArcEyeJames]

I'm inclined to believe this have killed alot of people in accidents.🥲