Tampa Airbag Injury Lawyer

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Everybody knows airbags are designed to provide protection to passengers inside the vehicle. But when those safety devices are defective, as in the case of Takata airbags, serious injuries can occur and these injuries could be fatal. If you were injured by a Takata airbag or another defective or recalled airbag, our Tampa airbag injury lawyers may be able to help you. An initial legal consultation is free of charge and we do not get paid unless our clients receive compensation.

Exploding Airbags Threatening Thousands of Drivers in Tampa, FL

The automotive world was rocked by the massive recall of the airbags manufactured by Takata, the largest supplier of airbag parts in the world. Unfortunately, millions of vehicles in the U.S. had driver’s side airbags with faulty Takata part.

According to experts, the problem involves defective inflator and propellant devices that deploy improperly in the event of a collision. The Takata airbags can rupture and explode with excessive force, spraying metal shrapnel at drivers and passengers. The metal shrapnel has already caused serious facial and bodily injuries to drivers over the world and has even resulted in deaths.

Takata says the airbags are only prone to fail in climates with high humidity. That’s why this issue is a major concern for those that reside in Florida. The compound used in the airbag that triggers the expansion of the airbag is adversely affected by the high humidity.

List of Vehicle Makes and Models Affected by the Airbag Recall

Acura

• 2003 Acura 3.2CL
• 2002-2003 Acura 3.2TL
• 2013-2016 Acura ILX
• 2013-2014 Acura ILX Hybrid
• 2003-2006 Acura MDX
• 2007-2016 Acura RDX
• 2005-2012 Acura RL
• 2009-2014 Acura TL
• 2010-2013 Acura ZDX

Audi

• 2005-2013 Audi A3
• 2006-2009 Audi A4 Cabrio
• 2010-2011 Audi A5 Cabrio
• 2009-2012 Audi Q5

BMW

• 2008-2013 128i
• 2008-2013 135i
• 2008-2013 1 Series M
• 2000 323i
• 2002-2006 325Ci
• 2002-2003 325iT
• 2001-2011 325i
• 2001-2011 325xi
• 2002-2003 325xiT
• 2006-2012 325xiT
• 2000 328i
• 2006-2013 328i
• 2006-2013 328xi
• 2006-2013 328i xDrive
• 2001-2011 330i
• 2001-2011 330xi
• 2002-2006 330Ci
• 2006-2013 335i
• 2006-2013 335xi
• 2006-2013 335i xDrive
• 2009-2011 335d
• 2007-2013 335is
• 2002-2003 525i
• 2002-2003 530i
• 2002-2003 540i
• 2001-2013 M3
• 2002-2003 M5
• 2013-2015 X1 sDrive28i
• 2013-2015 X1 xDrive28i
• 2013-2015 X1 xDrive35i
• 2007-2010 X3 xDrive30i
• 2003 X5 3.0i
• 2003 X5 4.4i
• 2007-2013 X5 xDrive30i
• 2007-2013 X5 xDrive35i
• 2007-2013 X5 xDrive48i
• 2007-2013 X5 xDrive50
• 2007-2013 X5 M
• 2009-2013 X5 xDrive35d
• 2008-2014 X6 xDrive35i
• 2008-2014 X6 xDrive50i
• 2008-2014 X6 M

Chevrolet

• 2007-2008 Chevrolet Silverado 2500
• 2007-2008 Chevrolet Silverado 3500

Chrysler

• 2007-2008 Chrysler Aspen
• 2005-2010 Chrysler 300
• 2005-2010 Chrysler 300C
• 2007-2008 Chrysler Crossfire
• 2005-2010 Chrysler SRT8
• Daimler Trucks North America (Sterling Bullet)
• 2008-2009 Sterling Bullet 4500
• 2008-2009 Sterling Bullet 5500
• Daimler Vans USA LLC (Sprinter)
• 2007-2009 Dodge Sprinter 2500
• 2007-2009 Dodge Sprinter 3500
• 2007-2014 Freightliner Sprinter 2500
• 2007-2014 Freightliner Sprinter 3500
• 2010-2014 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500
• 2010-2014 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500

Dodge/Ram

• 2008-2010 Dodge Challenger
• 2006-2010 Dodge Charger
• 2005-2011 Dodge Dakota
• 2004-2008 Dodge Durango
• 2005-2008 Dodge Magnum
• 2003-2009 Dodge Ram 1500
• 2003-2009 Dodge Ram 2500
• 2003-2009 Dodge Ram 3500
• 2008-2010 Dodge Ram 4500
• 2008-2010 Dodge Ram 5500

Ford

• 2004-2006 Ranger
• 2005-2006 GT
• 2005-2014 Mustang
• GMC
• 2007-2008 GMC Sierra 2500
• 2007-2008 GMC Sierra 3500

Honda

• 2001-2007 Accord
• 2001-2005 Civic
• 2003-2005 Civic Hybrid
• 2001-2004 Civic CNG
• 2002-2011 CR-V
• 2011-2015 CR-Z
• 2003-2011 Element
• 2010-2014 FCX Clarity
• 2009-2013 Fit
• 2013-2014 Fit EV
• 2010-2014 Insight
• 2002-2004 Odyssey
• 2003-2008 Pilot
• 2006-2014 Ridgeline

Infiniti

• 2003-2005 Infiniti FX35
• 2003-2005 Infiniti FX45
• 2001 Infiniti I30
• 2002-2004 Infiniti I35
• 2006 Infiniti M35
• 2006 Infiniti M45
• 2002-2003 Infiniti QX4

Mazda

• 2004-2006 B-Series Truck
• 2003-2008 Mazda6
• 2006-2007 Mazda Mazdaspeed6
• 2004-2005 MPV
• 2004-2008 RX-8

Mercedes-Benz

• 2005 C230 Kompressor
• 2006-2007 C230
• 2008-2011 C300
• 2008-2011 C300 4Matic
• 2005 C320
• 2006-2011 C350
• 2009-2011 Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG
• 2010-2011 E350
• 2010-2011 E350 4Matic
• 2011 E350 Cabriolet
• 2010-2011 E550
• 2010-2011 E550 4Matic
• 2011 E550 Cabriolet
• 2010-2011 E63 AMG
• 2009-2010 GL320 BlueTec 4Matic
• 2011-2012 GL350 BlueTec 4Matic
• 2009-2012 GL450 4Matic
• 2009-2012 GL550 4Matic
• 2010-2012 GLK350
• 2010-2012 GLK350 4Matic
• 2009-2010 ML320 BlueTec 4Matic
• 2009-2011 ML350
• 2009-2011 ML350 4Matic
• 2010-2011 ML450 4Matic Hybrid
• 2009-2011 ML550 4Matic
• 2009-2011 ML63 AMG
• 2007-2008 SLK280
• 2007-2008 SLK350
• 2007-2008 SLK55 AMG
• 2011-2014 SLS AMG
• 2012 SLS AMG Cabriolet
• 2013-2014 SLS AMG GT
• 2009-2010 R320 CDI 4Matic
• 2009-2010 R320 CDI 4Matic
• 2009-2012 R350 4Matic
• 2011-2012 R350 BlueTec 4Matic

Mitsubishi

• 2004-2006 Lancer
• 2004-2006 Lancer Evolution
• 2004 Lancer Sportback
• 2006-2009 Mitsubishi Raider

Nissan

• 2001-2003 Nissan Maxima
• 2002-2006 Nissan Sentra
• 2002-2004 Nissan Pathfinder

Pontiac

• 2003-2008 Pontiac Vibe

Saab

• 2005 Saab 9-2x
• 2003-2011 Saab 9-3
• 2010-2011 Saab 9-5

Saturn

• 2008-2009 Saturn Astra

Subaru

• 2003-2005 Baja
• 2004-2005 Impreza
• 2003-2008 Legacy
• 2003-2008 Outback

Toyota

• 2003-2008 Corolla
• 2003-2008 Corolla Matrix
• 2004-2005 Rav4
• 2002-2007 Sequoia
• 2003-2006 Tundra
• 2002-2010 Lexus SC

Volkswagen (VW)

• 2009-2014 CC
• 2012-2014 Eos
• 2010-2014 Golf
• 2010-2014 Jetta Sportwagen
• 2006-2010 Passat
• 2012-2014 Passat

Common Improper Airbag Deployment Injury

Other airbags have been known to deploy when the driver starts the vehicle or simply while they are driving, with no collision. In both cases, severe injuries can occur. When an airbag deploys, the deflation begins immediately after the gas escapes through vent holes in the fabric. The main purpose of an airbag is to be fully inflated before the passenger falls into it during a crash. Otherwise, serious injuries occur. When airbags, which can travel at speeds up to 175- 200 mph, hit occupants prior to full inflation, severe facial injuries result.

Airbag defects can include the following:

• Overly “aggressive” airbags – airbags that deploy too fast and too far into the occupant space cause severe head injuries, brain damage and in the worst scenario, even partial or complete decapitation.
• Oversized airbags – airbags that are way too large and deploy too far into the occupant space can result in the same injuries as above.
• Untethered airbags – airbags that break loose from their holdings will often cause injuries to occupants.
• Low deployment threshold airbags – airbags that deploy in a low-speed crash will most likely cause injuries to occupants they would not have experienced had the airbag not deployed.
• System malfunctions – they often occur when a defective electrical system or sensors cause an airbag to deploy, either on ignition, or when the car hits a simple pothole. Such system malfunctions can also result in an airbag failing to deploy when supposed to.
• Failure to deploy.
• Late deployment – by deploying too late, the airbag fails to protect the occupants.

Let Us Help – Call a Tampa Airbag Injury Lawyer Now

Is your car on the list? Contact us right away. Chris Ligori & Associates is representing drivers and families who have been injured in a vehicle equipped with Takata airbags.
If you have been injured, call (813) 223-2929 for a free consultation with a lawyer in Tampa. Contact us now.