General Information 

Air Bag Basics

FRONT IMPACT
A Flash video animation showing a Top front - video shows top-down view of vehicle with signals passing along wires from sensors to air bag switches as bumper encounters barrier, air bag deploys
 
SIDE IMPACT
A Flash video animation showing a Top front - video shows top-down view of vehicle with signals passing along wires from sensors to air bag switches as bumper encounters barrier, air bag deploys
  • Air bags are supplemental restraints and are designed to work best in combination with safety belts.
  • Both frontal and side-impact air bags are designed to deploy in moderate to severe crashes.
  • Air bags reduce the chance that an occupant's upper body or head will strike the vehicle's interior during a crash.
  • To avoid an air bag-related injury, always ensure proper seating position.
  • Read your owner's manual for specific information about the air bags in your vehicle.