This bill establishes new regulations regarding the manufacture, importation, distribution, sale, and installation of supplemental restraint systems in motor vehicles, specifically targeting counterfeit and nonfunctional airbags. It defines key terms such as "airbag," "counterfeit supplemental restraint system component," "nonfunctional airbag," and "supplemental restraint system." The bill prohibits any person from knowingly engaging in the manufacture or sale of devices that do not meet safety standards, including counterfeit components or nonfunctional airbags, which could mislead vehicle owners about their safety features.
Violators of these provisions will face penalties as outlined in existing law, specifically referencing Section 17-101 of Title 47 of the Oklahoma Statutes. The bill is set to take effect on November 1, 2025, and aims to enhance vehicle safety by ensuring that only legitimate and functional supplemental restraint systems are used in motor vehicles.