Table 1 shows one common air bag related problems of the 2019 Nissan Leaf.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Air Bag problems |
While driving on the highway my vehicle ran over a spare trailer tire that had fallen off another vehicle. �my vehicle almost cleared it but the tire just barely lodged underneath in the undercarriage,�just past the front tires. �even though there was no front collision or sudden reduction in speed; the airbags deployed rendering the vehicle undriveable. �� this is a flaw and safety issue. �while the vehicle did sustain some damage to the undercarriage, there was no need for airbag deployment and doing so exacerbated an already hazardous situation. �the airbag startled me, obstructed my view, and could easily have caused me to collide with another vehicle at highway speeds. I believe this is a design flaw and serious safety hazard. �I reported it to Nissan USA. �I was contacted by Nissan incident investigations and they have disavowed any responsibility for the incident and claim that the systems are working as intended. I am a firefighter and have dealt with many car wrecks. �I know when an airbag is supposed to deploy and it is clear to me that the system in the vehicle is not operating as it should and is presenting a safety hazard. � further, both the tow truck driver and the attendant at the repair shop expressed confusion as to why the airbag deployed. The airbag replacement alone will cost nearly $3,000 and, since the parts are on backorder, will take nearly a month.