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How to Determine Airbag Malfunction?

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Kimberly

07/24/25 9:19am

Here are the specific details for determining airbag malfunction: 1. Airbag warning light illuminates: If the airbag malfunction warning light turns on 6 seconds after turning the ignition switch or remains lit after turning off the ignition, there is a fault in the airbag warning light circuit. It should be inspected at a repair shop as soon as possible. 2. Insufficient battery voltage: Low battery voltage can cause the airbag malfunction warning light to illuminate. Once the battery voltage returns to normal, the airbag malfunction warning light will automatically turn off. In such cases, simply charging the battery is sufficient.

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XavierAnn

08/11/25 4:42am

When I ran an auto repair shop, I often encountered airbag malfunctions. The most obvious sign is the airbag warning light on the dashboard—it should flash a few times when starting the vehicle and then turn off. If it stays lit or flashes abnormally, there's likely a system-detected fault. Additionally, if a vehicle has a history of severe collisions but the airbags didn't deploy, you should suspect faulty sensors. Regularly check if the airbag cover is warped or making unusual noises, as wiring issues can also cause failures. I recommend not ignoring these signs and using a diagnostic scanner to read trouble codes promptly—it's a matter of life and death, especially when driving on highways where airbag failure is extremely dangerous. Always have airbag repairs done by professionals; tampering with them yourself can accidentally trigger deployment.

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