Does the cover of the airbag hit you when it deploys??

Question

Im thinking the cover on the steering wheel or on older cars will hit u when it deploys.

Answer 1

no...you might get burned by the gases though

Answer 2

No.......it will split open and just the bag with hit or protect you..

Answer 3

They split open like a popcorn kernel.

Answer 4

It splits when it deploys, but it depends on how close you are to it whether it hits you or not. Some people end up with a bloody nose and most end up with minor burns on their face and arms.