Abstract: This invention is a new type of airbag apparatus that includes an airbag cover. The airbag cover is designed to match the décor of the vehicle and to prevent the occupant from viewing the undeployed airbag system. The airbag cover has a front panel and a plurality of legs. The plurality of legs that extend rearward of a front panel. An airbag retainer is also added to the apparatus. The retainer has a plurality of slots and is designed such that each leg is oriented to pass through a separate slot. The airbag apparatus also includes a retention plate attached to the retainer. Each of the legs includes a first ear and a second ear. The first ear overlaps and provides resistive engagement with the retainer to prevent the cover from separating during deployment. Similarly, the second ear overlaps and provides resistive engagement with the retention plate to resist separation of the cover during deployment.