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Buying Guide
Air Bags Buying Guide
Airbags must be replaced after deployment, and the cost of new OEM airbags can be substantial. Used, undeployed airbags are a legitimate option — but this category requires careful attention to safety and legality. This guide covers what to verify before you buy.
What's Included
The airbag inflator/cushion assembly for the specific location (driver, passenger, side curtain, knee, etc.). Not included: the SRS control module, clock spring, crash sensors, or any wiring.
Federal law — it is a federal crime under the Safe Air Bag Act to knowingly install a counterfeit, stolen, or previously deployed airbag and misrepresent it as functional
Always inspect before installation — a used airbag should show no signs of prior deployment: the module should not be unsealed, the trim cover should not be cracked or separated, and the inflator should have no corrosion
Check the vehicle history — a VIN check on the donor vehicle can help verify it was not in a collision where the airbags deployed
Takata recall — some vehicles have been recalled due to defective Takata airbag inflators. Check NHTSA's recall database (nhtsa.gov) with your vehicle's VIN before purchasing any used airbag
When any airbag deploys, the SRS control module typically records the crash event and must be replaced or reset — it will not allow the system to arm with a new airbag unless the module's crash data is cleared. Additionally:
The clock spring (if a steering wheel airbag deployed) must be replaced
Any deployed seat belt pre-tensioners must be replaced
Crash sensors may need replacement
Installing a new airbag without addressing the SRS module and sensors means the new airbag will not deploy in a subsequent collision.
Airbags are application-specific — a driver airbag for a 2018 F-150 is not the same as one for a 2016 F-150. Match on:
Location (driver, passenger, side/curtain, knee, rear seat)
Year, Make, Model, Trim
OEM part number if possible
Airbag replacement should be performed by a trained technician. The SRS system must be disabled before work begins (disconnect the battery and wait at least 10 minutes for capacitors to discharge). Improper installation creates a risk of accidental deployment.