2007 Kia Spectra: airbag warning light

Filed Sep 22, 2022 · Airbags · GA

I first noticed my air bag light (the one by the clock) coming on and off when my granddaughters weight went from under weight to appropriate weight to ride in the front seat. It would come on and off as she would adjust herself or move around in the seat. Sometimes it would stay on or sometimes it would stay off. When that light stopped coming on and off the one in the dash console where the speedometer is, that light has been coming on and staying on warning there's a problem with the airbag according to the manual. I entered my VIN number because I know Kia has had problems with some of there airbags but my VIN number was not listed. I did go by an auto parts house to make sure that was indeed the airbag warning light and I was told that the airbag may or maynot go off in a cash or it could go off at anytime. THIS IS VERY DANGEROUS if I was told correctly and felt that this needed to be looked into further. Thank You

Filed Jun 7, 2016 · Airbags, Electrical · PA

I bought the car at 50k miles and started having issues. Seal for windshield popping out,airbag light on passenger side stays on constantly transmission jerking,and doors auto locking in park position. Ball joints no good and had to pay put of pocket. Refused to cover warranty because I didn't buy the car new. Have to call locksmith to get keys out,cause I refuse to brake windows,that also are misaligned on drivers sd causing it to not close fully. Shame they can't warranty their car yet only convenient cover only buyer...smh refused

Filed Jun 1, 2016 · Airbags · 90,000 miles · FL

Passenger air bag light is on and remains on--apparently this indicates that the passenger air bag is defective. Why is this not recalled when so many complain of the same problem in this year and model car?

Filed May 25, 2016 · Airbags · 124,606 miles · VA

Owner of the 2007 kia spectra brought the car to me to have to looked at due to the airbag light being on. Upon scanning the computer in the car the SRS system coded b1448 which is the passenger side ocs mat sensor failing. This part should be under a recall due to safety issues for the passenger riding in the car

Filed Mar 3, 2016 · Airbags · 100,000 miles · CA

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 kia spectra. When the contact started the vehicle, the air bag warning indicator illuminated. The air bag warning indicator illuminated every time the vehicle was started. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the occupant sensor mat failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 100,000.

Filed Jan 12, 2016 · Airbags · 84,000 miles · WA

The airbag light came on at around 84,000 miles and the "passenger air bag off" no longer illuminates. Diagnostic testing shows a code b1448 indicating that the ocs, passenger seat sensor has malfunctioned. This is an expensive item to replace, and is definitely a safety issue. I have noticed that this same issue has been reported repeatedly. Because it has to do with passenger safety, I feel this item should be recalled and covered by kia.

Filed Dec 30, 2015 · Airbags · 99,000 miles · VA

Our vehicle failed inspection due to the air bag light being on. When diagnosed, code b1448 was found, indicating that the occupancy sensor, part of the seat sensor mat (on the bottom of the seat), was faulty. We are concerned both about the safety of driving our car, and the high cost of repair. It seems that this is a widespread problem, and we believe that kia should recall the part.

Filed Dec 4, 2015 · Airbags · 152,283 miles · CT

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 kia spectra. The contact stated that the air bag warning indicator had illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the ocs mat sensor needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 152,283.

Filed Nov 21, 2015 · Airbags · 147,000 miles · NC

Airbag light is on indicating a fault in the airbag system. The passenger seat ocs mat sensor may be defective. Airbag system will not work in accident.

Filed Nov 8, 2015 · Airbags · 152,000 miles · CT

I own a 2007 kia spectra. The the air bag warning light illuminated while driving. The vehicle was diagnosed with code 1448 and was told the ocs mat would need to be replaced costed over $1400. This can cause the airbag to deploy if theres a child sitting in the front passenger seat. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 187,000

Filed Oct 7, 2015 · Airbags · 162,000 miles · FL

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 kia spectra. While turning on the vehicle, the air bag warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. The details of the diagnosis could not be provided. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 162,000.

Filed Oct 5, 2015 · Airbags · 187,000 miles · CT

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 kia spectra. The contact stated that the air bag warning light illuminated while driving. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 187,000.