Warning Signs Your Airbag Control Module is Failing
- Airbag warning light stays on
- Airbags don't deploy in an accident
- Airbags deploy for no reason
- Trouble codes related to the airbag system
- Intermittent issues with the airbag system
How to Test if This Part is the Problem
- Use an OBD II scanner to read the airbag system codes.
- Check the wiring and connections to the airbag control module. Look for damage or corrosion.
- Test the power and ground circuits to the module.
- If the wiring and power are good, the module is likely the problem. A professional mechanic can perform more advanced tests.
Common Failure Causes for This Part
- Water damage or corrosion
- Electrical surges
- Impact from an accident
- Age and normal wear