Nope, that is not the case at all. The steering wheel is extremely easy to remove as it is held on with just (1) main bolt. I only know this because I installed a Carbon Fiber Steering wheel for a buddy, and we were able to remove the airbag & steering wheel and reinstall it all within about 30 minutes or less. (This was with no prior experience and no professional assistance at all)Cheap to replace however a lot of labor to replace as the entire steering wheel has to come apart from my understanding.