Ford Fiesta MK7 Airbag Passenger Side Front Dashboard Dash Air Bag 8V51A044H30AB

Ford Fiesta MK7 Airbag Passenger Side Front Dashboard Dash Air Bag is a passive safety system component designed for installation in the front part of the passenger cabin. The product belongs to the Dashboard category, making it structurally compatible with the factory cockpit and designed to work with original mounting points. This used component allows for a technically correct replacement of the airbag after deployment or a collision, while maintaining compatibility with the SRS system in the Ford Fiesta MK7.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 8V51A044H30AB
• Mark: Ford
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8V51A044H30AB
• Substitutable numbers: 8V51A044H30AB, 8V51 A044H30 AB
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Category: Dashboard Panels

Purpose and function in the vehicle

The passenger airbag in the Ford Fiesta MK7 is an integral part of the SRS system responsible for protecting the person sitting in the front seat during a frontal collision. It is mounted in the dashboard area on the passenger side, within the controlled rupture zone of the cockpit panel. Its location in the front part of the vehicle ensures proper deployment geometry relative to the seat and seatbelts, which is crucial for the effectiveness of the entire system.

The offered airbag is designed to work with the factory airbag control unit and the Ford electrical installation. Thanks to the preservation of the original design, the circuit is correctly recognized by the controller, which limits the risk of SRS system errors and the airbag warning light appearing on the instrument cluster.

Construction and dashboard fitment

The passenger airbag from this offer has been designed as an element integrated inside the dashboard, with a properly shaped gas module and fabric airbag. The construction is adapted to the specific geometry of the Ford Fiesta MK7 cockpit, which translates into proper fitment with factory mounting points and the intended opening line of the dashboard panel.

Such fitment allows for:

• maintaining the correct inflation direction of the airbag relative to the passenger,
• reducing stress on the dashboard structure during deployment,
• maintaining interior aesthetics after installation, without unnatural gaps or deformations.

Benefits of using an original module

Using an original passenger airbag in the Ford Fiesta MK7 ensures high compliance with factory safety parameters. The module is prepared to work with the stock controller, wiring harness, and crash sensors, which facilitates diagnostics and minimizes the need for installation modifications. For workshops, this means more efficient installation and a lower risk of SRS system communication issues.

For the end user, the key factor is that the original airbag module design was developed specifically for the cabin geometry of the Ford Fiesta MK7. In practice, this translates into predictable airbag behavior during a collision, consistent with the vehicle manufacturer's specifications, and easier compliance with technical inspection requirements.

Condition, installation, and service application

The offered passenger airbag is an aftermarket component, which allows for an economical repair of the safety system after a collision or airbag deployment. The product is intended primarily for service applications in Ford Fiesta MK7 vehicles where module replacement is necessary after the SRS system has been triggered or during a comprehensive front-end rebuild.

Due to its location in the front part of the vehicle, installation requires the removal of relevant dashboard elements and adherence to safety procedures related to working with airbag systems. It is recommended to entrust the installation to a specialized workshop that has experience in handling SRS systems and access to appropriate diagnostics.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the cockpit area in your Ford and need other components from the same group, such as air vents, covers, or brackets, check the available parts in the Ford Dashboards category.

For a comparison of approaches to using aftermarket components in the automotive industry and ways to optimize repair and modification costs, it is worth reading an article describing the practical applications of used components in tuning and service for Audi: Audi on second-hand parts – tuning and repairs without losing quality.