The deployment of airbags in a vehicle is a significant safety event, designed to protect occupants during a collision. However, this event invariably alters the vehicle’s condition. Airbags, upon inflation, release a cloud of dust and chemicals. Furthermore, the impact can cause damage to the steering wheel, dashboard, and windshield. Considering these factors, the question of whether the vehicle remains operable arises.
Occupant safety remains paramount in the aftermath of airbag deployment. Visibility may be severely compromised due to the released dust and potential windshield damage. Moreover, steering control might be impaired if the airbag system components interfere with the steering wheel. The structural integrity of the car may also be questionable, depending on the severity of the collision that triggered the airbags. Continuing to operate a vehicle in such a state presents a considerable safety risk, both to the driver and other road users.
