Air Bag Failure

When you need to know . . .

Why did the airbags not deploy during the accident?
Did the airbags deploy prematurely, possibly causing injury?
Was the airbag system functioning properly at the time of the accident?
Is there a defect in the airbag system that prevented the airbag(s) from deploying during the accident?
Can subrogation be successfully pursued in this case?

Detail of Air Bag Failure Investigation/Analysis Service

File review including examination of police report, damage repair estimates, transcripts of recorded statements
Extensive research of subject vehicle’s air bag system design parameters
Phone interviews of involved parties (when assigned)
Inspection and measurement of vehicle(s) damages
Accident scene inspection/investigation (when assigned)
Engineering calculations to determine impact forces
Electronic scan of air bag control module and data interpretation (Note: Some system control modules can only be interpreted with manufacturer-proprietary software)
Thorough photo documentation of inspection / investigation process
Establish proper chain of custody and evidence storage (when needed)
Coordination and file documentation
Preparation of a fully detailed written report

Did You Know?

Airbag systems are technologically sophisticated devices that are designed to prevent injury by deploying within milliseconds of crash detection. But they do not always function as designed. We investigate to determine if a non-deployment resulted from a defect in the system, or if an injury resulted from improper deployment of the airbag.

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