Lawsuit Over Defective Airbags Leads to Hyundai Recall
Settlement addresses allegations that airbags in some 2007-2009 Hyundai Santa Fe crossover vehicles failed to deploy in some types of collisions.
AirbagSolutions and Mitchell Announce Partnership
Under the terms of the agreement, the AirbagSolutions website and database can be directly accessed via Mitchell RepairCenter.
Volvo Debuts Pedestrian Airbags, Collision Avoidance Technology in V40
The new Volvo V40 features “world-first” pedestrian airbag technology, Lane Keeping Aid with haptic auto steering, a park assist feature, automatic road sign information, and a cross traffic alert radar system at the rear.
Airbags Changing Vehicle Scrappage Age Mix
Increasing damage from multiple airbags (as newer vehicles have more airbags) is scrapping many vehicles that would otherwise be repaired and returned to operation.
AirbagSolutions.com Adds BMW and Mini to Database
AirbagSolutions.com announced the recent addition of BMW and Mini to its lineup of automobiles covered in the airbag service database. “BMW is an important addition to our data. The replacement requirement information currently available is unclear, contradictory and, in some cases, simply incorrect,” said Douglas Gan, president and COO of Airbag Solutions. “We are committed
Nissan Releases Position Statement on Use of Salvaged Airbags
Nissan North America recently released a bulletin to dealer parts managers saying it does not condone the use of salvaged or used airbag components in repairs because the parts could compromise airbag system performance. Nissan added that its warranties do not apply to such parts. The statement reads as follows: The original supplemental restraint system
Most 2010 Vehicles to Have Standard Side Airbags
Though often optional in past model years, most automakers will make side airbags standard on 2010 vehicles, which are rolling into dealerships this month. As part of an agreement made in 2003, models from GM, Ford, Chrysler, Toyota, Honda, Hyundai, Isuzu, Kia, Mazda, Daimler AG, Mitsubishi, Nissan, Subaru, Suzuki, BMW and Volkswagen will feature standard
New Kentucky Law Removes Airbags from Total Loss Calculations
Kentucky Gov. Steve Beshear signed H.B. 309, which removes the cost of airbag replacement from 75 percent total loss calculations, into law on March 20. The new rule will be effective in October. The law also stipulates that insurers are bound by terms and conditions of individual policies relating to airbag reinstallation and that vehicle
New Kentucky Law Removes Airbags from Total Loss Calculations
Kentucky Gov. Steve Beshear signed H.B. 309, which removes the cost of airbag replacement from 75 percent total loss calculations, into law on March 20. The new rule will be effective in October. The law also stipulates that insurers are bound by terms and conditions of individual policies relating to airbag reinstallation and that vehicle
Kentucky Bill Would Remove Airbags from Total Loss Calculations
The Kentucky Senate is considering a bill that would exclude the cost of airbag replacement from the 75 percent total loss calculation. Pat J. Gisler, executive director of the Automotive Service Council of Kentucky (ASC-KY), said the bill would help save cars that may have been totaled otherwise and provide more work for shops. “We’re