The overall cost for professional airbag replacement might range from $1,000 to over $5,000 because there are so many parts that need to be fixed or replaced. The cost of labor makes up around a third of the total.
The actual cost is determined by a variety of elements, such as the vehicle’s year, make, and model, the number and location of airbags, as well as the quantity and kind of other components that may require replacement (such as the dashboard, airbag computer, springs, sensors, instrument panel, windshield, and steering wheel).
Obviously, replacing an airbag in a recent Audi or Porsche will cost more money than replacing one in a Honda or Ford that is 10 years old.
Costs for the driver’s side airbag range from $150 to $600 per bag. Costs for the passenger side airbag range from $300 to $800.
Front airbags do not typically have knee airbags or side curtains, but if they do, they must be changed. Budget around the same amount as for a passenger side airbag, though these costs may change based on the size and design of the airbags.
Vehicles having seatbelt pretensioners will also require those to be fixed or replaced after deployment. Pretensioner repairs typically cost between $80 and $120, and new pretensioner parts can cost considerably more.
The ECU or airbag module will at the absolute least need to be reset, which will cost between $50 and $150. Expect to pay between $400 and $1,200 for a new airbag control module if you need one.
Once any deductible has been met, auto insurance is typically able to pay for the cost of replacing the airbag, though frequently the replacement cost is so high that the insurance provider will elect to “total the car instead.”
How is the steering wheel removed from an Audi A1?
Take the battery’s earth strap off. Any current in the system will be eliminated if the ignition is turned on and the brake pedal is depressed.
To disengage the airbag, unscrew the two spline/T25 screws located at the back of the steering wheel. You should turn the wheel 90 degrees in each direction, in my opinion.
Remove the airbag’s connection to the wheel, which will be made of a short loom. While doing this, avoid sitting in the automobile, and be cautious of static electricity. The impact cushion should face up and the air bag should be positioned upside down on a cushion well away from anything. If the air bag is activated, it may result in catastrophic injuries.
The steering wheel is secured in place by a spline bolt; remove it to release the wheel.
This is what I did, not a guide for you to follow, as with other posts. You are doing this at your own risk!