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2007 Mazda 5 - Does it REALLY have Row 2 and 3 Side Curtain Airbags

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#1 of 11 2007 Mazda 5 - Does it REALLY have Row 2 and 3 Side Curtain Airbags by sstables Dec 09, 2008 (9:02 am)
Hi - I have a question - and one that has been bothering me for a while.   We have a 2007 Mazda5 Sport., according to the manual and trim level descriptions it has Front airbags and Side Curtain airbags (for rows 2 and 3).   There is an SRS logo/stamp on the front pillart (in front of the driver and passenger) however there are no other stamps on the pillars on any of the rows behind. This is why I am unsure.   The dealer in my local area (questionable knowledge says it does not and I assume that is based on their cursory look at the car and the fact that it does not have SRS stamps on pillers for rows 2 and 3).   I called Mazda USA this morning - they referred me to the brochure and the fact that all 2007s have side curtains..   If it was just me in the car - I would be satisfied, but we have a small baby in the back.   Does anyone know categorically how to determine ? or know for sure ?   thanks Replies to this message: daharon (Dec 09, 2008 10:09 am) sstables (Dec 09, 2008 10:43 am) vg33e power (Dec 09, 2008 11:30 am) and 1 more...
#2 of 11 Re: 2007 Mazda 5 - Does it REALLY have Row 2 and 3 Side Curtain Airbags [sstables] by daharon Dec 09, 2008 (10:09 am)
Replying to: sstables (Dec 09, 2008 9:02 am) Along the top edges of the car behind the front seats, that is, above the passenger windows and heading aft, look for the SRS logo. The curtains pop out from above. The manual also states that the 2nd row seats have bags that explode from the outer side. I doubt Mazda would make such a claim if it were not accurate! Replies to this message: sstables (Dec 09, 2008 10:43 am) vg33e power (Dec 09, 2008 11:30 am) sstables (Dec 09, 2008 12:28 pm)
#3 of 11 Re: 2007 Mazda 5 - Does it REALLY have Row 2 and 3 Side Curtain Airbags [da by sstables Dec 09, 2008 (10:43 am)
Replying to: daharon (Dec 09, 2008 10:09 am) Thanks - I just went outside to my car to have a look. There is no SRS logo in the headliner, or in the plastic upright immediately beside the bottom of the 2nd row seats. Its very strange.   Also - unlike the tag on the front seats (which have airbags inside them) there is nothing on the rear (2nd row seats).   Do you have a Mazda5 ? Replies to this message: vg33e power (Dec 09, 2008 11:30 am) sstables (Dec 09, 2008 12:28 pm)
#4 of 11 Re: 2007 Mazda 5 - Does it REALLY have Row 2 and 3 Side Curtain Airbags [da [sstables] by vg33e power Dec 09, 2008 (11:30 am)
Replying to: sstables (Dec 09, 2008 10:43 am) Here you go, directly from NHTSA website.   link to Safecar.gov website Replies to this message: sstables (Dec 09, 2008 12:28 pm)
#5 of 11 Re: 2007 Mazda 5 - Does it REALLY have Row 2 and 3 Side Curtain Airbags [vg by sstables Dec 09, 2008 (12:28 pm)
Replying to: vg33e power (Dec 09, 2008 11:30 am) excellent - thanks for your help !
#6 of 11 by coolmazda5 Dec 09, 2008 (1:11 pm)
I remembered I've seen some pics somewhere:   http://www.topspeed.com/cars/mazda/2007-2007-mazda-5-ar15861.html   Replies to this message: 5_more (Dec 10, 2008 8:56 pm) vg33e power (Dec 11, 2008 8:26 am) 5_more (Dec 11, 2008 8:31 pm) and 1 more... coolmazda5 (Dec 12, 2008 12:54 pm)
#7 of 11 side curtain air bags by 5_more Dec 10, 2008 (8:56 pm)
Replying to: coolmazda5 (Dec 09, 2008 1:11 pm) The side curtain air bags are for the heads of adults. They won't do anything for a small child. Replies to this message: vg33e power (Dec 11, 2008 8:26 am) 5_more (Dec 11, 2008 8:31 pm) vg33e power (Dec 12, 2008 8:29 am) coolmazda5 (Dec 12, 2008 12:54 pm)
#8 of 11 Re: side curtain air bags [5_more] by vg33e power Dec 11, 2008 (8:26 am)
Replying to: 5_more (Dec 10, 2008 8:56 pm) Good point 5 more, never thought of that before. Perhaps car manufacturers or better yet DOT, IIHS, or NHTSA should enforce on automakers to make vehicles with airbags at each outer side seat available inside the car. Therefore each occupant inside the vehicle (minus the middle seat in three passenger seats) would have a side airbag to protect a side impact collision. Great point 5 more! Replies to this message: 5_more (Dec 11, 2008 8:31 pm) vg33e power (Dec 12, 2008 8:29 am)
#9 of 11 side curtain air bags by 5_more Dec 11, 2008 (8:31 pm)
Replying to: vg33e power (Dec 11, 2008 8:26 am) Although it's a bit counter-intuitive, be glad these air bags are not required.   A deploying air bag close to the neck or head of any child is not a good idea.   In cars that have side and/or curtain air bags, it's especially important to make sure that passengers of any size are not leaning against the air bag side of the seat or on the window -- as tired passengers enduring long trips are likely going to do. In such a position, a firing air bag could be fatal -- even if accidentally tripped.   Keep kids in properly fitted seats and they'll be as safe as possible. Replies to this message: vg33e power (Dec 12, 2008 8:29 am)
#10 of 11 Re: side curtain air bags [5_more] by vg33e power Dec 12, 2008 (8:29 am)
Replying to: 5_more (Dec 11, 2008 8:31 pm) Gee! you just keep bringing up great points! Well said.

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