When the systems deploy
In the event of a collision Volvo's different personal safety systems work together in order to minimise injury.
| System | Triggered |
|---|---|
| Seatbelt tensioner front seat | In the event of a frontal collision, and/or side-impact collision, and/or rear-end collision and/or overturning |
| Seatbelt tensioner, rear seat | In a frontal collision and/or side-impact accident and/or overturning |
Airbags | In a frontal collision1 |
| Side airbags (SIPS) | In a side-impact accident1 |
| Inflatable Curtain IC | In the event of a side impact and/or overturning and/or some frontal collisions1 |
| Whiplash protection WHIPS | In a rear-end collision |
If the airbags have deployed, the following is recommended:
- Recovering the car. Volvo recommends that you have it conveyed to an authorised Volvo workshop. Do not drive with deployed airbags.
- Volvo recommends that you engage an authorised Volvo workshop to handle the replacement of components in the car's safety systems.
- Always contact a doctor.
Note
The airbags and belt tensioner system are deployed only once during a collision.
Warning
The airbag system's control module is located in the centre console. If the centre console is drenched with water or other liquid, disconnect the cables to the starter battery. Do not attempt to start the car since the airbags may deploy. Recovering the car. Volvo recommends that you have it conveyed to an authorised Volvo workshop.
Warning
Never drive with deployed airbags. They can make steering difficult. Other safety systems may also be damaged. The smoke and dust created when the airbags are deployed can cause skin and eye irritation/injury after intensive exposure. In case of irritation, wash with cold water. The rapid deployment sequence and airbag fabric may cause friction and skin burns.