In the Bay Area, recent increases in airbag thefts have raised concerns, particularly following multiple incidents in San Jose. Real estate agent Elias Dayeh experienced a break-in where his airbag was stolen, a crime affecting other local drivers with similar vehicles. San Jose police have recorded over a dozen airbag theft reports in six months, but the actual number may be higher. It is noted that while airbag thefts fluctuate over time, they are often driven by demand for cheaper replacements after crashes, sometimes leading to illicit resale.
SAN JOSE, Calif. (KGO) -- The National Insurance Crime Bureau estimates that approximately 50,000 airbags are stolen from vehicles across the United States each year.
Auto body professionals say airbag thefts are not new, but the frequency fluctuates. Aaron Kesler, who owns JP Auto Body in South San Francisco, has seen periodic spikes in such crimes.
To save themselves money - that's the most common reason I see,
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