Airbag Failure Lawyer

Fighting for Victims of Defective Safety Systems

Airbags are designed to save lives, but when they fail to deploy — or deploy incorrectly — they can turn survivable crashes into catastrophic or fatal events. These cases require technical expertise, significant resources, and trial-tested strategies.


At McCartney Stucky, we represent clients nationwide. If you’re searching for an airbag defect lawyer, our attorneys have decades of experience taking on automakers and securing maximum compensation.

Cases We Handle


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Airbags That Fail to Deploy

When airbags don’t deploy during a crash, survivable collisions can turn deadly, leaving victims with catastrophic injuries.

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Delayed Deployment

Airbags that deploy too late fail to protect occupants at the critical moment, often causing severe or fatal injuries.

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Exploding Inflators

Defective inflators can explode with excessive force, sending shrapnel and debris that cause burns, lacerations, and trauma.

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Overaggressive Airbags

Faulty sensors or wiring defects prevent airbags from working as intended, leaving drivers and passengers unprotected.

Why Choose Us for Complex Airbag Defect Cases

  • Decades of Crashworthiness and Airbag Litigation Experience

    Our attorneys have decades of experience litigating airbag defect cases, from failed deployments to inflator explosions.

  • Trial-Focused Preparation to Maximize Recovery

    We prepare every case for trial, working with engineers, reconstruction experts, and medical specialists to maximize compensation.

  • Dedicated Evidence Storage Facility

    Our secure, climate-controlled storage facility allows us to preserve critical evidence — from defective airbag systems to entire vehicles — ensuring proof is protected for trial.

  • A Proven Record of Seven- and Eight-Figure Verdicts and Settlements

    We have successfully secured major verdicts and settlements nationwide in defective automotive product cases.

  • National Reputation and Reach

    Recognized leaders in automotive defect litigation, we represent clients in New York, Kansas City, and across the United States.

Act Quickly to Preserve Evidence

In airbag defect cases, the vehicle itself is often the key evidence. Our facility allows us to store and protect defective systems so juries can see the truth. Contact us today to protect your claim.