The light for my air bag is on and the passenger air bag light flickers on too. The cruse control does not work.
2002 Acura RSX airbags problems
14 complaints (18% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 50,000. 6 crashes reported.
- owner complaints
- 14
- of this car's complaints
- 18%
- typical mileage
- 50,000
- crashes
- 6
- recalls
- 0
Which part fails
- Side/window2
- Frontal2
- Frontal: sensor/control module1
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
Acura RSX airbags problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 2002 Acura RSX airbags
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
What 2002 Acura RSX owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 acura rsx. While driving at approximately 45 MPH, the SRS service light illuminated on the instrument panel and the front driver side seat belt would not latch. The vehicle was taken to an independent repair shop where the seat belt was replaced. The vehicle was then taken to another independent repair shop where the contact was informed the seat belt would not function in the event of a crash. The vehicle was not repaired for the SRS service light failure. The failure mileage was 91,136 and the current mileage was 92,862.
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 acura rsx. While driving at an unknown speed, the SRS warning light illuminated on the instrument control panel, which indicated that the restraint assembly was inoperative. The dealer stated that the VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign id number 01v166002 (seat belts:front:buckle assembly). The contact would have to replace the wiring harness for the seat belt assembly at the cost of $500. The vehicle has not been repaired. The manufacturer would not assume any responsibility because the vehicle exceeded its warranty. The failure mileage was 78,000 and current mileage was 80,000. Update 09/10/08 *cw updated 09/15/08.
Dt*: the contact stated the SRS light illuminated which made the contact concerned that the air bags may not deploy in the event of an accident. There was a technical service bulletin #637638. The contact expressed this was safety defect. There also has been trouble with switching gears from first to second gear. It made a grinding sound while going into second gear. This problem developed at 12,7000 miles. The vehicle has not been to a service dealer to address either problem.
Dt*: the contact stated the SRS indicator light illuminated causing the air bags to deactivate. There was a service bulletin released by the manufacturer (tsb # 02-015) indicating the failure was due to a faulty occupant position detection sensor unit. The service dealer and manufacturer were contacted.
While driving at 55 MPH, the consumers son was cut off by another motorist. Her son lost control of the vehicle and crashed into a metal divider head on. The vehicle then flipped over and rolled three times, landing on it's roof. None of the frontal air bags, or the side air bags deployed upon impact. The driver and passenger suffered injuries. *jb *nm
During a 35 MPH collision front air bags did not deploy. Dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem. *ak
Airbag did not deploy in head-on collision at 35 MPH+. After collision, the dealer claims that SRS system is "defective" and needs a new part in order for airbags to deploy properly in the future.
Problems with 2002 acura rsx possible lemon law qualifier. *mr the check engine light had come on. The consumer was told that the 02 oxygen sensor was sensitive and was reset but the problem was more than two occasions. There were problems with the locks/keyless entry, and the passenger side airbag light had come on. *scc
While in motion, consumer was rear ended and by a vehicle traveling 100 MPH. The side impact air bags did not deploy. Consumer feels had they gone off it would have prevented the clavicle bone fracture the driver sustained. *jg *jb
Questions about the 2002 Acura RSX airbags
Does the 2002 Acura RSX have airbags problems?
Owners have filed 14 complaints about the airbags of the 2002 Acura RSX, 18% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 2002 Acura RSX airbags problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 50,000 miles.
Was there a recall on the 2002 Acura RSX airbags?
There is no recall for this problem on this model year.
Other 2002 Acura RSX problems
Transmission 20Engine 17Brakes 6Body 5Fuel system 5Electrical 4Lights 4Seat belts 3Steering 3Seats 2Suspension 2Visibility 2Driver assistance 1Locks 1Tires 1
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