If you modify the cover of an airbag or affix objects such as stickers to it, the airbag can no longer function as intended.
The installation location of an airbag is identified by the AIRBAG symbol More.
Objects in the deployment area of an airbag may prevent the airbag from functioning correctly.
Objects in the deployment area of an airbag can hinder or prevent the correct deployment of the airbag.
The airbag may then deploy in an uncontrolled manner and may even cause additional injuries to the vehicle occupants by deploying. This may be the case in particular if the airbag is integrated into the seat.
Due to unsuitable protective covers, the airbags cannot protect vehicle occupants as they are designed to do.
In addition, the function of the automatic co-driver airbag shutoff could be restricted due to an unsuitable protective cover. If the co-driver seat is occupied, ensure that the PASSENGER AIR BAG indicator lamp displays the correct status of the co-driver airbag More.
The function of the airbags can be impaired due to modifications or incorrect work performed on the doors or door trim, or if the doors are damaged.
A deployed airbag no longer offers any protection.
Have deployed airbags replaced immediately.