Second Hand Nissan Navara Airbag

The Navara has had two main generations relevant to UK used parts: the D40 ran from 2005 to 2015, and the current D23 (also known as the NP300) launched in 2016 and is still in production. Knowing your generation is the essential first step before sourcing any airbag, as parts between the D40 and D23 are not interchangeable. Check your V5C or ask your breaker to confirm your exact variant against your registration.

This question crosses a generation boundary — the D40 ran until 2015 and the D23 started in 2016 — so a 2013 airbag is from an entirely different generation to a 2016 car and the two are not compatible. You must source an airbag from the correct D23 generation for a 2016 Navara. Confirm the exact part compatibility with your breaker against your registration to be certain.

Trim level can matter for the Navara because seat style and interior specification vary across trims such as Visia, Acenta, Tekna, and N-Guard, which can affect seat-mounted side airbags in particular. If you need a steering wheel or dashboard airbag, trim is generally less critical within the same generation, but seat-mounted airbag modules should be matched to the same trim where possible. Always confirm the specific module compatibility with your breaker against your registration, as airbags are safety-critical components.

Yes, door count and cab style can affect which airbags were fitted, as the King Cab (two main doors with smaller rear access doors) and the Double Cab (four full doors) have different interior configurations. Side curtain and seat-mounted airbags in particular may differ between the two body styles, so you should match the donor vehicle's cab style to your own. Tell your breaker both your cab style and registration so they can verify the correct part.

Airbags are safety-critical, single-use components — once deployed they cannot be reused, and incorrect installation can cause the airbag to fail to protect you or to deploy unexpectedly. UK breakers will supply a used undeployed unit, but fitting should always be carried out by a qualified technician who can also check and reset the SRS system. We strongly recommend professional installation for any airbag or pretensioner seatbelt work.

Engine type does not affect airbag fitment on the Navara — airbags are part of the interior and SRS system, which is matched by generation, body style, and trim rather than by what is under the bonnet. Focus on finding a unit from the correct generation (D40 2005–2015 or D23 2016 onwards) with the same cab style and trim level as your vehicle. Confirm compatibility with your breaker against your registration before purchasing.