Airbag malfunctions don’t always look the same. After a collision, the facts often fall into a few common patterns:
- No deployment when the crash severity suggests it should have triggered
- Deployment with abnormal force that contributes to facial, neck, or hearing injuries
- Deployment at the wrong time (for example, when conditions appear inconsistent with safe operation)
- Sensor or inflator issues that are later identified during inspection or repair
In Gainesville, many residents first notice the problem when they’re still dealing with ER paperwork, follow-up appointments, and vehicle repair estimates. That’s when you should start thinking like an investigator: what exactly did the airbag system do, and what proof exists?


