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Automobile
Man Loses Vision in One Eye After Airbag Failure in Car Crash, Secures ₹6.15 Lakh Compensation
✍️ The Indian Express
🗓 25 Jul 2026, 09:48 AM
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A man suffered permanent loss of vision in one eye after the airbags in his car failed to deploy during a crash. The court awarded him a compensation of ₹6.15 lakh.
A man sustained permanent loss of vision in one eye after the airbags in his vehicle failed to deploy during a collision. The incident occurred when the driver was involved in a crash that caused the airbags to malfunction, leaving the passenger unprotected.
Following a legal proceeding, the court ruled in favor of the victim and awarded him a compensation of ₹6.15 lakh. The judgment highlights the importance of airbag reliability and the legal recourse available to affected passengers.
The case underscores the need for stringent safety checks on vehicle safety systems and may prompt manufacturers to review airbag performance standards.
Following a legal proceeding, the court ruled in favor of the victim and awarded him a compensation of ₹6.15 lakh. The judgment highlights the importance of airbag reliability and the legal recourse available to affected passengers.
The case underscores the need for stringent safety checks on vehicle safety systems and may prompt manufacturers to review airbag performance standards.