A recent viral video has sparked concerns regarding the safety of an SUV that comes with six airbags as standard after a crash in which none of the airbags deployed. The video showcases a Tata Curvv in Gold Essence color, showing significant damage to its right side, including the front door, rear right door, and rear bumper. Despite the extensive damage, the airbags, including the side ones, did not deploy, raising questions about the vehicle’s safety. However, there’s more to this situation than it initially appears.
What Actually Happened?
Upon further investigation, it was found that the Tata Curvv was stationary when it was struck by another vehicle. Moreover, there were no occupants inside the car at the time of the incident, and the engine was off. Modern vehicles are equipped with seat sensors that determine whether a passenger is present. Airbags are designed to deploy only when these sensors detect occupants in the seats, ensuring their safety. In this instance, since the car was empty, the airbags did not deploy, demonstrating that the sensors worked as they should.
Why Airbags Didn’t Deploy
The fact that the airbags did not deploy in this case is not a safety issue but rather a feature aimed at enhancing safety and minimizing unnecessary expenses. Had the airbags deployed without any passengers present, it would have necessitated a complete interior replacement to fix the deployed airbags, resulting in increased insurance claims and repair costs. This smart system guarantees that airbags are activated only when needed, protecting both lives and finances.
Tata Curvv’s Safety Credentials
For those worried about the safety of the Tata Curvv, it’s important to highlight that the SUV has passed extensive crash testing under the Bharat NCAP and has received a 5-star safety rating. The vehicle is equipped with a wide range of safety features, including six airbags, ABS with EBD, reverse parking sensors, a 360-degree camera, and Level 2 ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems), among others.
In conclusion, the non-deployment of airbags in this situation is a reflection of the vehicle’s safety design rather than a flaw.