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AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:STATUS INDICATOR LAMP/LIGHT
12 NHTSA complaints about air bags:sensor:occupant classification:status indicator lamp/light issues across 8 makes and 11 models.
The air bags:sensor:occupant classification:status indicator lamp/light is one of the standardized component categories NHTSA uses to classify consumer safety complaints. Across the public complaint database, it accounts for 12 filings from 8 manufacturers and 11 distinct vehicle models, a footprint large enough that defect engineers can isolate part-family patterns across different platforms that share the same supplier or the same federal motor vehicle safety standard.
Among filings citing this component, owners have reported 0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries, and 0 fatalities. The most complained-about vehicle in this category is the GMC ACADIA with 2 filings, followed by SATURN SKY and RAM 1500. These severity counters are what separates a nuisance complaint trend from a pattern NHTSA is likely to escalate into a Preliminary Evaluation.
Component-level analysis is how the Office of Defects Investigation spots cross-manufacturer supplier issues — the same airbag inflator, the same takata-style ignition switch, the same brake hose material — before they become industry-wide recalls. When you see a single component accumulating large complaint volume across several unrelated nameplates, that is usually a signature of a shared supplier or a shared federal standard being stressed by real-world conditions. Use the affected-vehicles table below to see whether the pattern is concentrated on a handful of models or distributed evenly, and cross-reference each model's full recall and investigation history before drawing conclusions about any one nameplate.
Most Affected Vehicles
| # | Vehicle | Complaints |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | GMC ACADIA | 2 |
| 2 | SATURN SKY | 1 |
| 3 | RAM 1500 | 1 |
| 4 | PONTIAC TORRENT | 1 |
| 5 | MAZDA MAZDA3 | 1 |
| 6 | HYUNDAI ELANTRA | 1 |
| 7 | CHEVROLET TRAVERSE | 1 |
| 8 | CHEVROLET IMPALA | 1 |
| 9 | CHEVROLET COLORADO | 1 |
| 10 | CHEVROLET AVEO | 1 |
| 11 | CADILLAC CTS | 1 |
Recent Complaints
The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Colorado. The contact stated that the air bag warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the seat belt warning light illuminated while the seat was not oc
The contact owns a 2014 Ram 1500. The contact stated while attempting to honk the horn, the contact became aware that the controls behind the steering wheel were inoperable. The service air bag syste
The contact owns a 2018 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that the seat belt was inoperable. The contact stated that the air bag was falling out of the air bag enclosure. The vehicle failed to start
While driving my car I have noticed that my steering wheel shakes when I apply the brakes. Also when I turn the wheel the power steering makes a loud noise which is the steering rack box. Steering has
The contact owns a 2005 Cadillac CTS. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the air bag warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed t
Service Airbag light is on. Diagnostic code states itâs the wiring harness under the passenger seat causing an AMP draw. Mechanic told me there is a safety recall but Iâm not seeing one for this
The airbag light is on for the passenger seat and the clips under the seat are loose
Passenger side air bag light is staying off even when an adult is seated there.
Service Air Bag light coming on. Known issue about passenger airbag sensor in seat
The contact's son owns a 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. The contact stated that while her son was driving at an undisclosed speed, the passenger's side air bag warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was tak
Air Bag Service message comes up on the information panel with the air bag light on. Did a diagnostic check showed passenger air bag. I reached under the seat and shook the wires the light and messa
Passenger airbag off flashing intermittently while driving on roadway
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Data Sources
Vehicle complaint data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints database. Includes consumer-reported safety issues filed with NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Severity counts cross-reference NHTSA FARS (Fatality Analysis Reporting System) for fatal incidents where a corresponding FARS record exists.
Component categories are standardized by NHTSA. Crash-test ratings where shown are drawn from the NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (NCAP). Complaint counts, crash reports, fire reports, and fatality data reflect consumer-submitted reports and may not represent all incidents.
Disclaimer: This data is for informational purposes only and should not be used as the sole basis for vehicle purchase decisions. NHTSA complaint data is self-reported by consumers and has not been verified or investigated. A high complaint count does not necessarily indicate a defect. Always consult a qualified mechanic and check official NHTSA recall notices before making safety-related decisions.
Read our methodology — how this data is sourced, computed, and verified.