2002 Toyota Tundra: airbags did not deploy in a crash

Filed Nov 12, 2021 · Airbags, Brakes · MD · crash

The Toyota Tundra 2002 truck did NOT deploy driver's side and passenger's side airbags in a collision consisting of frontal and left-sided collision with immobile objects, with frontal/top profound impact from standing tree. The car was up to date on its inspections and maintenance. The breaks, though appropriately checked and tested, would take longer than normal to break the vehicle. The seatbelt, if pulled hard enough, would easily dislodge from buckle, coming undone. The driver of this vehicle collided as described above and due to the failure(s) of the safety mechanisms in place, resulted in the death of the driver. The driver was restrained with seatbelt, however dislodged from buckle upon impact and NO airbags deployed. The issue(s) have been confirmed by the police report, the county police documented. The vehicle has been inspected by police officers, and possibly others, including the employees of the towing company. There was NO indication thats the airbag deployment was either "off" if possible, and or indications of airbag defect. No messages or lights were indicated for the failure of the deployment of the airbags. No messages or lights were indicated for the defect and or failure of the seatbelt not remaining intact with force. The person in reference PASSED AWAY on impact at scene. The failures of the safety mechanisms put into place for this vehicle are absolutely unacceptable and beyond subpar.

Filed May 21, 2019 · Airbags · 126,000 miles · NC · crash

Air bags didn't deploy in a serious head on collision

Filed Mar 25, 2013 · Airbags · SC · crash

While driving on the interstate I made a sudden lane change to avoid an officer I believe was returning to the highway and a car suddenly came to a stop in front of me. I attempted to go around the car but it moved in my path again and we hit at full speed. I hit my nose on the steering wheel and totaled the other car. I am bothered by the fact that my airbag did not deploy. These are original airbags. I drive in fear of another accident that could save my life and the airbag does deploy.

Filed Mar 4, 2010 · Airbags · MA · crash · 1 injury

Tl*the contact owned a 2002 toyota tundra. The driver lost consciousness while driving approximately 35 MPH, and crashed into a telephone pole. The vehicle was destroyed. The contact stated that the air bags did not deploy. The vehicle was serviced a week before the crash occurred and the contact was advised that the vehicle was functioning properly. A police report was filed. The driver was injured. The VIN was not available. The failure and current miles were not available.

Filed Dec 24, 2004 · Airbags · 50,598 miles · NY · crash · 1 injury

Icy road conditions caused a direct collision of my 2002 tundra with a tree at approximately 30 MPH. The front bumper radiator and all parts in between were pushed back into the engine from this impact; however, the air bag did not deploy resulting in driver injuries.

Filed Mar 16, 2004 · Airbags · 38,500 miles · GA · crash

While driving 30 MPH vehicle was involved in a frontal collision. Upon impact, frontal air bags did not deploy. Dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem.