Audi Informative - Air Bag Replacement - Passenger side Air Bag

Posted by memoryx57 on 2010-01-08:

I had no idea that air bags cost that much. I'm just wondering if maybe it's just a sensor or something in the passenger seat ?? But I guess since you had the Audi dealer look at it I would have to assume they know what they're talking about tho. I just hope mine doesn't go out.

Posted by Slimjim on 2010-01-08:

I certainly would get a second opinion and see if a short can't be tracked by a mechanic with know-how and desire to try and get this working without a full change out.

Posted by Nohandle on 2010-01-08:

L&M, I have no idea what the replacement costs are for an air bag that simply needed replacing with no collision involved. I had an employee who was involved in a minor fender bender when her air bag exploded. I was shocked at the cost to replace hers. Her insurance paid in full and I wish I could remember the price. I was dumbfounded. I expect it has to do with tearing the entire dash of the car.

Posted by Trixta on 2010-01-08:

I'd say that for an Audi, that's getting off easy. They've long been known for enormous prices on replacement parts.