Post-collision service
When airbags deploy in a collision, more than the bag itself needs attention. The SRS module stores the crash event, the seatbelt pretensioners are usually single-use, and the surrounding hardware all need factory-procedure repair before the vehicle is safe to drive again.
When airbags deploy in a collision, more than just the bag itself needs attention: the SRS module stores the crash event and must be replaced or reset per manufacturer procedure, the seatbelt pretensioners are usually single-use and need replacement, and the steering column, dashboard, and seat structure may need inspection. Skipping these steps leaves a vehicle with airbags that won't deploy correctly in a second crash.
Airbag replacement is expensive enough that some insurers will total older vehicles rather than pay to restore the SRS system properly. We document the damage thoroughly, follow manufacturer procedures, and present the right repair case to your insurer so the decision to total or repair gets made on accurate information.
Questions & answers
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Yes, airbags are single-use. Once deployed, the bag, inflator, and often the module need to be replaced per manufacturer specifications. The SRS computer also needs to be reset or replaced. Anything less leaves you with airbags that won't protect you in a subsequent crash.
If the damage is from a covered collision, yes. Airbag replacement in particular is expensive, and insurers sometimes total older vehicles because of this. We document the damage thoroughly and present the right repair case to your insurer.
The SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) module is the computer that decides when and how to deploy your airbags. After a deployment, it locks the crash event in memory and refuses to arm the system again until it's reset or replaced per the manufacturer's procedure. Skipping this step means the airbags can't deploy in your next crash.
It depends on how many components deployed and which modules need replacement, but most repairs take 3 to 7 business days once parts arrive. We coordinate with your insurer on parts approval to keep the timeline moving.
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