Do airbag only deploy if struck in specific areas?

Asked by kezzybell Jun 14, 2013 at 01:19 AM about the Toyota RAV4

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yes, there is usually one sensor behind front bumper and one behind the rear bumper. One of these sensors has to be jolted in order for the airbags to deploy.

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