Used Nissan Pulsar Curtain Airbag

The Nissan Pulsar (the C13 generation hatchback sold in the UK from around 2014 to 2018) was fitted with curtain airbags as standard across its range, so a used curtain airbag from another Pulsar of the same generation is the right starting point. The key things to match are the side (nearside/NS or offside/OS) and your trim level, as interior specification can vary. Confirm compatibility with the breaker against your registration before buying, and always have curtain airbags fitted by a qualified professional as they are safety-critical, single-use components.

Both the 2015 and 2017 Pulsar sit within the same C13 generation (2014–2018), so they share the same fundamental body and interior architecture. However, the Pulsar received a facelift during this period, and it is not certain that airbag modules remained fully identical across that update, so you should confirm with the breaker whether the specific part number suits your post-facelift or pre-facelift car using your registration. Curtain airbags are safety-critical and must be fitted by a qualified professional.

No — the engine fitted to your Pulsar does not affect curtain airbag fitment; these are interior safety components tied to the body structure and trim, not the drivetrain. What matters is the generation (C13, 2014–2018), the side of the car (NS or OS), and your trim level. Supply your registration to the breaker so they can cross-reference the exact part.

Trim level can influence interior specification on the Pulsar, so it is worth telling the breaker your exact trim (such as Visia, Acenta, or Tekna) when requesting a quote. That said, the curtain airbag itself is mounted in the roofline and is less likely to differ between trim grades than items like seat airbags; however, confirm this directly with the breaker against your registration rather than assuming. As always, have the airbag fitted professionally — it is a safety-critical, single-use part.

The nearside (NS) curtain airbag runs along the driver's left (passenger side) of the car, and the offside (OS) runs along the driver's right — these are not interchangeable. Check which side of the vehicle was involved in the incident or which airbag has deployed, and make sure you specify NS or OS clearly when requesting a quote from a breaker. Curtain airbags are single-use once deployed, and replacement must be carried out by a qualified professional.

Curtain airbags are safety-critical components and Findapart strongly recommends they are fitted only by a qualified automotive technician or an SRS-specialist garage — incorrect installation can result in the airbag failing to deploy in a collision or deploying unexpectedly. A professional will also check that the replacement unit is compatible with your car's specific SRS control module, which is something you should also confirm with the breaker against your registration before purchasing. Never reuse a curtain airbag that has already deployed, as these are single-use devices.