Used Nissan Primera Curtain Airbag

Curtain airbags were available on the P12 generation Primera (2002–2008), which was offered with side curtain airbags as part of higher-specification safety packages, though they were not fitted to every trim level or every market variant. The earlier P11 generation (1996–2002) did not feature curtain airbags as standard on UK models. If you own a P11 or earlier, a curtain airbag is not a part you would be looking for — you may instead be thinking of the side thorax airbags fitted within the seat, which were present on some P11 trims.

Both years fall within the P12 generation (2002–2008), so they share the same basic body structure, which is a good starting point for curtain airbag compatibility. However, the P12 received a facelift around 2005, and whether the curtain airbag module and mounting points remained identical across that boundary is something you should confirm with the breaker against your registration before purchasing. Always make sure the side (nearside or offside) matches your requirement, as curtain airbags are handed.

The curtain airbag itself mounts to the roofline and is not fundamentally altered by trim level in terms of the physical unit, but curtain airbags were not fitted to all P12 trims — lower specifications such as S or SE may not have had them, while higher trims like SVE were more likely to be equipped. The key fitment factors are generation (P12), door count (the Primera was available as a 4-door saloon and 5-door estate/hatchback in this generation — confirm your body style with the breaker), and which side you need. Confirm with the breaker that the donor vehicle's SRS system and airbag module are compatible with your specific car's registration.

Curtain airbags are safety-critical components and should always be fitted by a qualified professional — this is not a DIY job. Like all airbag units, a curtain airbag is single-use and must be replaced with a new or undeployed used unit; a previously deployed airbag cannot be refitted. A garage or specialist will also need to reset the SRS system after installation to ensure the airbag will function correctly in a future collision.

The Tourer estate and the hatchback have different roofline profiles and rear bodywork, which means the curtain airbag on an estate may be a different length or shape to the one fitted to a hatchback, as curtain airbags are designed to cover the windows of a specific body style. You should always tell the breaker your exact body style and registration so they can match the part from the correct donor vehicle. Never assume estate and hatchback curtain airbags are interchangeable, even within the same generation.

Curtain airbags are handed — the nearside (NS) unit fits the passenger side and the offside (OS) unit fits the driver's side, and they are not interchangeable with each other. When contacting a breaker, specify NS or OS clearly alongside your generation (P12), body style, and registration. A reputable breaker will cross-reference against their donor vehicle to confirm the correct unit before selling.