2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee: airbag warning light

Filed Jul 18, 2025 · Airbags · IL

When the airbag light comes on and is visible on the dashboard, this action shorts out the ac, heat, as well as the defroster. This airbag light is a constantly lit up and will not go out. I have been told that there is a problem with the clock spring on this vehicle. This has been an on going problem for several years now. So this tells me that when the airbag light comes on, the airbag does not work. This would become a hazard in a head on collision, which would cause the airbag not to deploy.

Filed Aug 3, 2023 · Airbags, Electrical · NV

Just prior to a cross country trip, my airbag warning light came on. Upon arriving to our destination in Spring Hill, TN, I took my 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee to have it checked. Their diagnosis found a "squib" problem, and told me there was a recall and to take it to a Chrysler dealer. Today, the dealership showed me a "squib" or "clockspring" issue & told me there was no recall and that I would have to pay out of pocket to replace what seems to be the recall problem. Upon further research, I found online that there is indeed a recall. But after calling the phone number provided, (800‑853‑1403) they informed me that even though it might be the same problem I would have to pay out of pocket for the repair. I don't understand why. This is the recall info I found online: the federal safety agency CAMPAIGN ID: 09V118000 Report Date: APR 07, 2009 Vehicles Affected: 4336 Consequence: IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THE DRIVER'S AIRBAG MAY NOT PROPERLY INFLATE AND MAY NOT BE ABLE TO PROPERLY PROTECT AN OCCUPANT, INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURIES. What You Should Do: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE DRIVER'S AIRBAG SQUIB WIRES AND REPLACE THE STEERING COLUMN CONTROL MODULE FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING MAY 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1‑800‑853‑1403. Summary: CHRYSLER IS RECALLING 4,336 MY 2009 DODGE JOURNEY, JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE, COMMANDER AND WRANGLER VEHICLES. WIRING MAY BE REVERSED ON THE STEERING COLUMN CONTROL MODULE DRIVER AIRBAG SQUIB CONNECTOR. THE DRIVER'S AIRBAG MAY NOT DEPLOY AS INTENDED. To see if your specific vehicle is affected 1‑877‑426‑5337 or The dealership I went to was Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram of Columbia, TN 931‑360‑0800 The original automotive shop I took it to was Christian Bros Automotive 615‑645‑3299 I would appreciate 1)an explanation of why my particular car isn't on the list even though it's having the issue under the recall and 2) why I have to pay out of pocket. Thank you, Jodie Goode (Meade) 949‑573‑4223 [email protected]

Filed May 22, 2023 · Airbags · 130,000 miles · NY

The contact owns a 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated that after starting the vehicle, the driver’s side air bag warning light remained illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the air bag was faulty and needed to be replaced. The local dealer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the air bag part had been discontinued and was no longer available. The manufacturer was not yet contacted. The failure mileage was 130,000.

Filed Apr 30, 2018 · Acceleration, Airbags · 138,000 miles · NJ

Takata recall - air bag warning light began being intermittent when traveling on secondary roads and highways. It is now lit at all times. I have already had to replace the speed control operator lever.

Filed May 21, 2016 · Airbags, Wheels · 974 miles · VT

Tire gauges broke off / 3 crumbled off the tires and 4th just broke off in the mechanics hand! These broke off between may & nov 2010. Also air bag side contacts in steering column {air bag light is on} july 2015.

Filed Oct 10, 2011 · Airbags · TN

Every time I move the front seat the air bag light comes on. I have to push the seat back and forth to get it to go off. Or it will stay on. I took it in 8/16/2010 the replace the seat belt buckle this is not what it was. The air bag light comes on everytime you move the right front seat. I just hope the air bag does not come out.