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2009 GMC Sierra: airbag warning light

5 of the 37 complaints about the 2009 GMC Sierra describe airbag warning light.

owner complaints
5
of this car's complaints
14%
recalls
0
Is there a fix? 7 service bulletins cover this area of the car. See below

Airbag warning light by model year

  • 2017
    1
  • 2016
    2
  • 2010
    1
  • 2009
    5
  • 2008
    3
  • 2007
    2
  • 2006
    1
  • 2005
    2
  • 2004
    1
  • 1997
    1

What owners say

Filed Feb 16, 2023 · Airbags · 70,000 miles · CO

The contact owns a 2009 GMC Sierra. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the air bag warning light was illuminated. The contact related the failure to Technical Service Bulletin Number - 09184C (Material Over Sensing and Diagnostic Module Retaining Moisture) . The vehicle was taken to a dealer, where it was diagnosed as a corroded air bag control module. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 70,000.

Filed Aug 11, 2022 · Airbags · NY

2009 gmc sierra. Consumer writes seeking reimbursement for repairs related to takata airbag safety recall. The consumer stated the airbag light illuminated. The dealer stated the airbag recall had already been perfomed on the vehicle. The consumer paid to have the airbag sensor repaired.

Filed Oct 28, 2014 · Airbags · 89,000 miles · KY

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 gmc sierra. While driving at an unknown speed, the air bag warning light remained illuminated. The vehicle had not been diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 89,000.

Filed May 23, 2014 · Airbags · 55,544 miles · MA

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 gmc sierra 2500. The contact stated that the air bag warning lamp illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the technician diagnosed that the air bag module and sensor were defective and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was repaired. The failure and current mileage were 55,544. Updated 8/11/14*cn the consumer stated the airbag control failed. The dealer advised this was due to moisture/salt. The manufacturer refused to fully repair the vehicle under the extended warranty due to the high mileage. Updated 09/5/2014

Filed Jul 22, 2010 · Airbags, Brakes · 1,000 miles · WA

Tl*the contact owns a 2009 gmc sierra 1500. The contact started the ignition and heard a loud knocking noise on the outside of the vehicle. The failure began one week after the vehicle was purchased. In addition, the brakes would shake and vibrate when they were engaged. The engine consumed an excessive amount of oil. The air bag sensor also caused the air bag warning light indicator to illuminate. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the engine and air bag sensors were replaced. The engine failure continued to occur after the engine was replaced. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to the dealer fifteen times. The manufacturer was notified of the failures and only offered her a free oil change for one year. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 1,000.

Questions about the 2009 GMC Sierra airbag light

Is airbag warning light a common problem on the 2009 GMC Sierra?

5 of 37 owner complaints about the 2009 GMC Sierra (14%) mention airbag warning light. The model year with the most reports is 2009.

Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2009 GMC Sierra?

There are 0 recalls and 7 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.

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