Dec 11, 2019
Airbags are one of the most important vehicle safety innovations of all time. From 1987, they have saved thousands of lives and most people don’t even think about them until they’re involved in a collision. If your car endures a major impact that causes airbag deployment or you purchase a vehicle which has its airbags deployed, airbag replacement is going to be necessary and unfortunately, it’s not a cheap process.
After an impact, there are a variety of parts to evaluate depending on which airbags deploy. Front airbag sensors, airbag ECU, driver airbag, passenger airbag, front pretensioner seat belts, on some models the passenger airbag is fitted on the dashboard and sometimes the steering wheel itself.
Because you’re not going to be replacing just a single part, it is important to know that the total cost of airbag replacement to avoid unpleasant surprises.
The cost to replace an airbag in your car will depend on several factors. The specific model of your car and the type of airbag fitted. There are also different airbags used throughout your car, such as the driver’s, passenger’s and side and curtain airbags (only found in some models). The cost of the airbag is going to average around £200 to £400.
Replacing an airbag consists of replacing more than just the airbag itself. Often, sensors, springs and other pieces must be replaced. Not forgetting the labour cost involved in replacing an airbag, which is not something to be done by an inexperienced mechanic. The total cost of replacing an airbag can be over £700, and in some cars the cost can be anywhere close to £2000.
If you’re looking for someone to replace your airbags, you can find a mechanic through MyCarNeedsA.com. Get your quote for airbag replacement today!
