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Airbag Defect Injury Lawsuits: What You Need to Know

July 8, 2025
Product Liability

If you or a loved one was injured because of a defective airbag, you may be entitled to compensation. Airbags are meant to save lives, not cause harm. Unfortunately, manufacturing defects, design flaws, and negligent recalls have injured thousands of drivers and passengers across the United States.

At Jordan Law, our experienced Airbag defect lawyer Anne Dieruf has over 15 years of experience litigating complex automotive defect cases. Anne has filed lawsuits against every major automaker in the country and knows how to hold large corporations accountable for dangerous products.

If you suffered injuries due to a faulty airbag, contact us today for a free consultation.

Common Types of Airbag Defects

Not all airbags are safe. Some of the most common defects leading to serious injuries include:

  • Failure to Deploy: In a crash, the airbag does not activate, leaving occupants unprotected.
  • Unexpected Deployment: Airbag inflates without a crash, causing accidents and injuries.
  • Overly Aggressive Deployment: Airbag deploys with excessive force, leading to fractures or internal injuries.
  • Shrapnel Injuries: Exploding inflators can send metal fragments into drivers and passengers (e.g., Takata airbag recalls).
  • Electrical or Sensor Failures: Malfunctioning sensors can trigger deployment at the wrong time or prevent deployment altogether.

If you believe any of these issues caused your injuries, you should speak with an experienced airbag defect lawyer.

For a free legal consultation, call (303) 465-8733

Injuries Caused by Defective Airbags

Airbag failures can result in devastating injuries, such as:

  • Facial fractures and lacerations
  • Eye injuries or blindness
  • Traumatic brain injuries (TBI)
  • Neck and spinal injuries
  • Broken ribs or sternum
  • Internal bleeding or organ damage
  • Wrongful death
  • Airbag shrapnel injuries

Even low-speed collisions can have catastrophic results when an airbag malfunctions. If you’ve suffered any of these injuries, don’t wait to explore your legal options.

Who Can Be Held Liable?

Airbag defect cases typically fall under product liability law, which holds manufacturers and distributors responsible for unsafe products. Liable parties may include:

  • The vehicle manufacturer
  • The airbag manufacturer
  • Parts suppliers
  • Distributors or dealerships

At Jordan Law, our team investigates every aspect of your crash to identify all responsible parties and maximize your potential recovery.

Known Issues With Recalled Airbags

Ford models such as the Crown Victoria, Edge, F-150, and Mustang may be equipped with faulty airbags in vehicles manufactured between 2004 and 2017.

Toyota models including the 4Runner, Corolla, Matrix, RAV4, Sienna, Sequoia, Tundra, and Yaris may be equipped with faulty airbags in vehicles manufactured between 2003 and 2016.

Airbags have been recalled from other manufacturers such as Tesla, BMW, General Motors, Volkswagen, Maserati, Mercedes-Benz and more.

Why Choose Jordan Law and Anne Dieruf?

Airbag defect lawyer Anne Dieruf has dedicated her career to fighting for people injured by defective products. She has:

  • Over 15 years of experience in product liability litigation
  • A track record of holding major automakers accountable
  • Deep knowledge of automotive engineering and defect investigations
  • Successfully handled cases involving all major U.S. auto manufacturers

We know these cases are complex. Manufacturers hire teams of defense lawyers to avoid paying victims fairly. Our firm has the experience and resources to go toe-to-toe with them in negotiations or at trial.

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What to Do If You’ve Been Injured by a Faulty Airbag

  1. Get Medical Treatment Immediately – Your health comes first.
  2. Preserve the Vehicle – Do not repair or dispose of the vehicle without consulting a lawyer. The airbag and crash data are critical evidence.
  3. Gather Records – Medical records, photos of injuries, crash reports, and insurance information all help build your case.
  4. Contact a Lawyer Promptly – Product liability cases often have strict deadlines (statutes of limitation). These are also incredibly complicated cases that require lots of resources to litigate properly. You want to hire a firm that has experience with defective airbag lawsuits.

Jordan Law offers free consultations for injured clients. We work on a contingency fee basis, which means you pay nothing unless we recover compensation for you.

Schedule Your Free Consultation Today

If you or a family member has been hurt by a defective airbag, don’t face the automaker alone. Talk to Anne Dieruf and our experienced team at Jordan Law about your options.

✅ Free consultation

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✅ Experienced airbag defect attorney on your side

Call us today or fill out our online form to speak to our Denver product liability lawyer today.

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