Airbag Defect Injury Lawyers

A defective airbag can turn an accident into a catastrophic injury event. When that happens, the issue is no longer just the collision. It becomes a product defect case involving the design, testing, and safety decisions made by the manufacturer.

At The Ammons Law Firm, our attorneys have handled complex automotive defect litigation involving airbags and other safety systems. This includes cases connected to large-scale recalls affecting millions of vehicles. These cases often require detailed investigation, engineering analysis, and experienced legal handling.

If you or a family member were injured in a crash involving a suspected airbag failure, recovery may be available. An auto defect lawyer can evaluate the facts of the incident and determine whether a defect claim should be pursued.

Houston Defective Airbag Attorneys

If you were injured in a crash where an airbag deployed improperly or failed to deploy at all, you may be able to pursue legal action. At The Ammons Law Firm, our auto defect attorneys evaluate whether a manufacturer may be legally responsible for dangerous design flaws, sensor failures, and airbag explosions. Whether your case involves a ruptured Takata inflator or a low-speed deployment injury, we have the legal and technical resources to investigate the failure and evaluate whether a claim may be appropriate. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), an estimated 40,901 people were killed in motor vehicle crashes in 2023, with approximately 2.44 million more people injured. If you were in a car accident and suffered injuries because the airbag failed to deploy or did not deploy properly, our auto defect lawyers can bring a claim against the manufacturer on your behalf and may help you pursue a claim for your injuries.

Manufacturers routinely install airbags in almost all vehicles to improve accident outcomes. Airbags are supposed to make drivers feel safer because they are designed to inflate on impact, keeping drivers and passengers from hitting the steering wheel, dashboard, or windows. Yet, oftentimes, manufacturing defects in the vehicle can result in airbags that can present serious safety risks.

If you were injured due to a defective airbag or if your loved one lost his or her life in an accident involving a defective airbag, reach out to the defective airbag attorneys at The Ammons Law Firm for a free consultation and case evaluation. Our firm provides personalized and attentive legal representation tailored to the unique needs of each and every client. Our attorneys can answer your questions and address any concerns you may have. We can help you understand your legal rights and options, as well as pursue recovery that may be available under the law.

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Why File a Lawsuit for a Defective Airbag?

Airbags are intended to reduce injury during impact, not cause additional harm. When they malfunction, victims can suffer skull fractures, brain injuries, eye injuries, burn injuries, or worse. Our firm investigates these failures to determine whether a product defect contributed to your injuries and whether a product liability lawsuit is appropriate.

If you suffered injuries from a defective airbag, contact our nationwide Houston airbag defect attorneys online or by phone at (281) 801-5617.

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Takata Airbag Recall Video | Stephanie Erdman’s Story

Stephanie Erdman became one of the most recognized voices connected to the Takata airbag recall after surviving a crash involving an exploding airbag. The Ammons Law Firm represented Stephanie in her case against Honda and Takata, helping bring national attention to the dangers associated with defective airbag inflators. Her testimony before a United States Senate subcommittee became part of the broader public discussion surrounding one of the largest automotive recalls in history.

In this video, Stephanie shares her experience and speaks about the serious risks linked to defective Takata airbags. Her story reflects why accountability and vehicle safety remain important issues for consumers and for families affected by defective automotive components. A personal injury attorney may be able to evaluate whether a defective airbag contributed to a serious crash or injury
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Common Airbag Defects in Cars, Trucks, and SUVs

Many of the most severe airbag failures we see involve vehicles from major manufacturers like Ford, Honda, Toyota, and GM. These defects include:

  • Airbag fails to deploy upon impact

  • Airbag deploys with too much force

  • Airbag inflates at the wrong angle

  • Airbag inflates too slowly

  • Airbag deploys with low or no impact

Faulty airbags can cause injuries such as:

Our airbag failure lawyers understand that airbags were originally designed for individuals approximately 5’8” and 180 pounds. Children, smaller adults, and short-statured drivers may be at greater risk when airbag systems are not properly calibrated. We investigate each case to identify whether a sensor malfunction, inflator defect, or deployment error contributed to your injuries.

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Common airbag defects include failure to deploy, excessive deployment force, improper trajectory, and unexpected inflation. These issues can lead to serious harm, including eye injuries, burns, facial lacerations, chest trauma, head injuries, and in some cases, embedded metal fragments.

Takata Airbag Lawsuits and Ongoing Recall Claims

The Takata airbag recall affected more than 67 million vehicles due to inflators that can explode during deployment and send metal fragments into the cabin. These injuries have resulted in dozens of confirmed deaths and hundreds of catastrophic injuries. Vehicles in hot and humid regions are especially vulnerable to this defect.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), at least 19 automakers have issued airbag recalls related to this defect. If your vehicle was subject to a recall—or if an airbag explosion injured you or a loved one—our attorneys can help you explore a Takata airbag lawsuit.

Airbag Recalls & Consumer Safety

With so many drivers on the road, vehicle manufacturers must ensure that every safety system performs correctly in a crash. Even hidden components like airbags play a critical role in preventing serious injury.

Millions of vehicles have been recalled due to airbag issues, including sensor malfunctions and unstable inflator chemicals. In one example, Nissan recalled over 200,000 vehicles due to airbag sensor failures in 2008.

An airbag may deploy from multiple areas of the vehicle, including:

  • Steering wheel

  • Dashboard

  • Side pillars above windows

  • Seat cushions

Regardless of placement, airbags must function reliably to provide the protection they were designed to offer. If an airbag deployed with excessive force or failed to deploy altogether, you may be eligible to file a product liability claim.

Talk to a Defective Airbag Lawyer Today

If you believe your airbag failed during a crash, airbag defect attorneys at The Ammons Law Firm can help determine whether you have a valid claim. Our team has handled major auto defect cases nationwide, including those involving catastrophic injuries, wrongful death, and large-scale recalls.

We have the experience and resources to pursue cases against multinational manufacturers and can take steps to pursue your claim on your behalf.

Contact us at (281) 801-5617 or online to learn how our nationwide airbag defect attorneys can help you. We are a law firm handling auto defect litigation cases and know how to help you pursue a claim.

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Marcos' Survival Story: Houston Rollover Crash and Airbag Failure Case

Marcos' Survival Story: Houston Rollover Crash and Airbag Failure Case

Marcos’ story shows how a rollover crash can become far more serious when a safety system fails. After his truck rolled multiple times, the airbags did not deploy. He woke up weeks later with severe injuries, including a broken neck and traumatic head trauma, followed by long-term changes to his daily life.

This video explains how cases involving defective airbags and rollover crashes may require deeper investigation beyond a typical collision. Issues tied to vehicle design and safety components are often reviewed by Auto Defect Attorneys and may involve product liability considerations.

For those researching a personal injury lawyer or trying to understand how serious crash injuries are evaluated, Marcos’ experience offers a real-world perspective on what can happen when critical safety systems do not perform as expected.

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Manufacturers Affected by Airbag Defect

  • FORD Airbag Defects

    Among the many product liability cases we see each year, a significant number involve the widespread recalls of Ford’s vehicles due to Takata Airbag Defects. Ford’s deadly airbag defects affect thousands of Ford vehicles around the globe and are considered to be one of the biggest disasters in automotive history.

    The affected models include, among others:

    • 2007-10 Ford Edges;
    • 2006-12 Ford Fusions;
    • 2005-06 Ford GTs;
    • 2005-14 Ford Mustangs;
    • 2007-10 Lincoln MKXs;
    • 2006-12 Lincoln Zephyr/MKZs;
    • 2006-11 Mercury Milans.

     

    The Ammons Law Firm has handled several cases for victims who suffered devastating injuries from Takata airbags, including the first suit filed against Ford after a Takata passenger airbag injured a Texas woman in a 2007 Mustang.

  • Chevrolet Airbag Defects:

    One significant concern within our product liability practice involves airbag defects in Chevrolet vehicles. These defects not only compromise the safety of the vehicle occupants but also pose severe risks that can lead to catastrophic outcomes. Specific models from Chevrolet have been identified with problematic airbags that may malfunction in the event of a collision, leading to injuries or even fatalities.

    Some of the affected Chevrolet models include:

    • 2014-2017 Buick Enclave,
    • 2014-2017 Chevrolet Traverse,
    • 2014-2017 GMC Acadia.

     

    The defects in these airbags can cause them to deploy improperly or fail to deploy in the event of a crash, which significantly increases the risk of severe injury or death during an accident. In response to these issues, Chevrolet has issued recalls for certain models to address and rectify these critical safety concerns.

  • GMC Airbag Defects:

    A significant concern of our product liability cases revolves around the defects of GMC vehicles. Among the many recalls GMC sees each year, a big portion is their airbag defects. Complaints have stated a driver ‘s-side front airbag inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.

    The affected vehicles include, among others:

    • 2014-2017 Buick Enclave,
    • 2014-2017 Chevrolet Traverse,
    • 2014-2017 GMC Acadia

     

    The defective GMC airbags have dangerous risks, and it is important to make sure your vehicle is serviced quickly and properly if there is a recall.

  • Buick Airbag Defects:

    Buick is one of the many vehicle manufacturers we see each year with disastrous airbag recalls.

    Affected vehicles include, among others:

    • 2014-2017 Buick Enclave, 
    • 2014-2017 Chevrolet Traverse, 
    • 2014-2017 GMC Acadia. 

     

    One of the most reported defects is the driver’s-side front airbag inflator explosion that may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.

  • Cadillac Airbag Defects:

    Many product liability cases stem from faulty and defective airbags in Cadillac vehicles. There have been numerous reported complaints, resulting in multiple recalls, including, among others:

    • 2024 Cadillac XT5: The airbags can tear during deployment, rendering them ineffective
    • 2020–2022 Cadillac CT4 and CT5: The roof rail side-curtain air bags may not have been installed correctly, which could result in an improper air bag deployment during a crash
    • 2005–2007 Cadillac CTS: The front passenger seat occupant sensor may become damaged, disabling the passenger airbag and illuminating the airbag warning light
    • 2007–2010 Cadillac Escalade: The airbag inflators could rupture, sending metal fragments into the cabin that could injure or kill occupants

     

    The defects in Cadillac airbags pose a high risk of severe injury or death during an accident. In response to these issues, Cadillac has issued recalls for certain models to address and rectify these critical safety concerns.

    Our firm has significant experience dealing with Cadillac airbag defects, representing numerous clients who have suffered as a result of these malfunctions. We understand the devastating impact such injuries can have on individuals and their families, and we are committed to achieving justice for our clients.

  • BMW Airbag Defects:

    BMW has issued a “Do Not Drive” warning for certain models due to an airbag inflator that may explode in a crash, causing serious injury or death. These BMW airbag defect recalls affect the following models including, among others*:

    • Model Year 2000–2006 BMW 3 Series (E46): Including M3
    • Model Year 2000–2003 BMW 5 Series (E39): Including M5
    • Model Year 2000–2004 BMW X5s (E53): Equipped with certain driver’s front airbag inflators manufactured by Takata

     

    The BMW airbag defects pose a high risk of severe injury or death during an accident. In response to these issues, BMW has issued recalls for certain models to address and rectify these critical safety concerns.

  • Toyota Airbag Defects:

    A notable number of airbag defects involve cases related to the global recalls of Toyota vehicles, due to severe airbag defects. These defects, which are among the most catastrophic in automotive history, impact several models including, among others:

    • 2003-2004 Toyota Corolla sedan
    • 2003-2004 Toyota Matrix hatchback
    • 2004-2005 Toyota RAV4 SUV

     

    These defective airbags pose extreme risks—they can explode upon impact, propelling sharp metal fragments throughout the vehicle, potentially causing fatal or severe injuries to drivers and passengers. Due to the life-threatening nature of these defects, Toyota has advised against driving the affected vehicles until the airbags are replaced by a dealership.

  • Nissan Airbag Defects:

    Nissan has recalled vehicles for airbag defects, including, among others:

    • 2023–2024 Sakura (Mini)
    • 2023–2024 Rogue
    • 2023–2024 Sentra
    • 2023–2024 Ariya Nismo
    • 2023–2024 Qashqai
    • 2023–2024 X-Trail
    • 2023–2024 Z Nismo (Coupe)
    • 2023–2024 GT-R Nismo (Coupe)
    • 2023–2024 Altima
    • 2023–2024 Pathfinder
    • 2016–2017 Nissan Maxima
    • 2013–2016 Nissan NV200, Leaf,Sentra, and Altima
    • 2013–2017 Nissan Pathfinder
    • 2014–2016 Nissan NV200 Taxi, Infiniti Q50 and Infiniti QX60
    • 2015–2016 Nissan Murano and Chevrolet City Express
    • 2014–2017 Nissan Rogue
    • 2013 Infiniti JX35

     

    Nissan’s defective airbags pose extreme risks—they can explode upon impact, propelling sharp metal fragments throughout the vehicle, potentially causing fatal or severe injuries to drivers and passengers. Due to the life-threatening nature of these defects, Nissan has advised against driving the affected vehicles until the airbags are replaced by a dealership.

  • Honda Airbag Defects:

    Honda is recalling over 750,000 vehicles due to an airbag defect. A faulty front passenger airbag sensor may cause the airbags to inflate when they shouldn’t in a crash.

    The recall includes the following Honda models, among others:

    • 2020-2022 Accord, Civic sedan, HR-V, Odyssey, Pilot
    • 2020 Civic coupe, Fit
    • 2021-2022 Civic hatchback
    • 2021 Civic Type R, Insight
    • 2020-2021 Accord Hybrid, CR-V, CR-V Hybrid, Passport, Ridgeline
    • 2020 MDX
    • 2022 MDX
    • 2020-2022 RDX
    • 2020-2021 TLX

  • Kia Airbag Defects:

    Kia, like many other manufacturers, has had numerous recalls due to detrimental airbag defects.

    Some of the recalled Kia vehicles include, among others:

    • 2021–2023 Kia K5: The side curtain airbags may have been installed incorrectly, causing them to fail to deploy in a crash. The recall affects nearly 189,000 sedans.
    • 2016 Kia Optima: The end seal for the driver’s frontal air bag inflator may not have been properly installed, possibly resulting in reduced inflation of the frontal air bag in the event of a crash.
    • 2013 Kia Optima: The airbag control unit (ACU) may short circuit, preventing the frontal air bags and seat belt pretensioners from deploying
    • 2017–2018 Kia Forte,
    • 2017 Kia Forte Koup,
    • 2017–2019 Kia Sedona,
    • 2017–2019 Kia Soul,
    • 2017–2019 Kia Soul Ev.

     

    In addition, some Kia vehicles made between 2000 and 2016 are equipped with airbag inflators that could explode when deployed, causing metal shrapnel to be shot into the car’s interior.
    The Ammons Law Firm is dedicated to securing justice for victims who have suffered due to these defective Kia airbags. Our commitment is unwavering: we strive to defend the rights of individuals against large corporations and ensure that safety regulations are strictly enforced.

  • Hyundai Airbag Defects:

    Hyundai has had several airbag defects that have resulted in recalls. Many of the affected vehicles are due to the airbag on the drivers side seatbelt failing to deploy.

    Affected models include*:

    • 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport: Hyundai is conducting a safety recall to replace the side curtain airbag in certain model year 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport vehicles.
    • 2017 Hyundai Elantra: Hyundai is recalling certain model year 2017 Hyundai Elantra vehicles manufactured April 15, 2016, to September 13, 2016.
    • 2016 Hyundai Sonata: Hyundai is recalling certain model year 2016 Hyundai Sonata vehicles manufactured May 27, 2016 to September 16, 2016.

  • Stellantis (Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Ram, and Fiat) Airbag Defects:

    Stellantis is recalling 1.9 million vehicles worldwide for an airbag defect that is linked to three deaths and five injuries. Stellantis is the parent company of Chrysler, Fiat, Dodge, Jeep, and Ram.

    Affected vehicles include*:

    • 2005 – 2010 Dodge Magnums,
    • 2005 – 2010 Dodge Chargers,
    • 2005 – 2010 Dodge Challengers
    • 2005-2010 Chrysler 300s,
    • 2023–2024 Chrysler Pacifica,
    • 2023 Chrysler Voyager,
    • 2023 Jeep Gladiator,
    • 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee,
    • 2023–2024 Jeep Grand Wagoneer,
    • 2023–2024 Jeep Wagoneer,
    • 2023–2024 Jeep Wrangler,
    • 2023–2024 Ram 1500.

     

    *Please note, this is not a full list of affected vehicles. Use NHTSA’s Recalls Lookup Tool to check your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) for any open safety recalls, including the urgent Takata recall.

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