Nissan Qashqai Airbag Replacement Parts

Both years fall within the second-generation Qashqai (J11), which ran from 2014 onwards, but a 2013 Qashqai is a first-generation J10 (2006–2013) — so these are different generations and the airbag from a 2015 car is very unlikely to fit your 2013. You need to source from the correct generation, so confirm with the breaker quoting your exact registration to make sure they pull from J10 stock. Airbags are safety-critical single-use components, so professional fitting is strongly recommended.

Yes, both sit within the first-generation Qashqai (J10), which ran from 2006 to 2013, so you are in the right generation. However, which specific airbag you need — dashboard, steering wheel, curtain, seat-mounted — will depend on your trim level and which side you need it for, so have those details ready when you contact the breaker. Always have airbags fitted by a qualified technician, as they are safety-critical components.

For steering wheel and curtain airbags, trim level is unlikely to affect fitment within the same generation, but seat-mounted side airbags can vary because Visia, Acenta, N-Connecta, and Tekna trims can differ in seat specification. If you are replacing a seat-integrated airbag, tell the breaker your exact trim so they can match the correct seat type — and be aware the seat itself may look slightly different even if the airbag mechanism is compatible. Airbags are safety-critical, so professional installation is essential regardless of trim.

The first-generation Qashqai (J10) received a facelift in 2010, and while both sit within the same generation, whether a specific airbag crosses that facelift boundary without issue is not something we can confirm — route that question to the breaker with your registration number so they can check against the exact part. The second-generation J11 also received updates during its run, adding another reason to verify carefully rather than assume year-to-year compatibility. Airbags are single-use safety components, so getting the match right and having them professionally fitted is critical.

No — airbags are single-use devices and a deployed airbag cannot be reused or safely reinstalled. Any used airbag you source from a breaker must be undeployed and in good condition, and a reputable breaker will confirm this before selling. Because airbags are safety-critical, we strongly recommend having the replacement unit inspected and fitted by a qualified professional.

Yes, side matters — particularly for curtain airbags and seat-mounted side airbags, which are handed to the nearside (NS, passenger side) or offside (OS, driver side). Always tell the breaker which side you need along with your registration and trim level, as fitting the wrong side is both dangerous and wasteful. Steering wheel airbags are centre-mounted and not sided, but all airbag replacements should be carried out by a qualified technician.