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Safe drivingQuestion 12 of 412

If your vehicle has a driver airbag, how far should your chest be from it?

  1. At least 5 cm (2 in).
  2. At least 10 cm (4 in).
  3. At least 50 cm (20 in).
  4. At least 25 cm (10 in).
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Correct answer: At least 25 cm (10 in).

The airbag needs room to inflate. Sit back at this distance.

Source: Learn to Drive Smart (ICBC, 2026), Chapter 2, You and your vehicle: Adjust for safety: Seat, page 13

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026