2006 Kia Sportage: airbag warning light

Filed Dec 28, 2020 · Airbags, Engine · 146,367 miles · NC

I was riding down the road and the airbag light came on. Two days later the check engine light came on. My mechanic thinks it is a sensor for the check engine light. Having trouble with covid-19 getting the part, been waiting for over a week. My mechanic has recommended me taking the car to a kia dealer ship with the airbag light coming on. He though for sure it would have a recall but I do not see one listed.

Filed Jun 3, 2019 · Acceleration, Airbags · 70,000 miles · KS

I had this issue multiple times. And the dealer couldn't find the problem so they only delete the error. The firs issue is the passenger air bag (airbag light error) the error seems to be the sensor inside the seat.. And the second error the speedometer is not showing the correct speed. The speedometer is reading about 5 mile off.

Filed Jun 13, 2018 · Airbags, Brakes · 110,623 miles · NV

Dealer diagnostics came up with codes b1495 pods, b1495 bts & c1513 ABS air bag light came on when starting & stayed on. Had brake switch replaced per recall a few months ago & know have a ABS code that could be the switch again

Filed Mar 26, 2018 · Airbags, Electrical · 130,000 miles · NY

Takata recall I just purchased my kia sportage on 3/15/2018 at a dealership and have been driving with the airbag light on. I have brought this up to the dealer and am told that the airbag light doesn't matter. As I'm reading all these complaints and those that have been in accidents the airbags do not deploy, my safety is an issue here. I am certain this needs to be looked into. It will be sent to the dealer to be looked at. Also, I have googled as to why my blower motor will not shut off. That's the blower resistor that needs to be replaced. Those complaints are on here also, almost catching fire. I've never felt so unsafe being in a vehicle. These 2 main factors need to be investigated immediately.

Filed Jan 16, 2018 · Airbags · 121,685 miles · HI

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 kia sportage. The contact stated that the air bag warning indicator illuminated randomly. The failure sometimes occurred while driving and other times when the vehicle was just started. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The contact stated that the vehicle had been exhibiting the failure for approximately two months. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 121,685.

Filed Nov 12, 2016 · Airbags · 35,736 miles · ID

Since 2010 I have had an issue with my airbag light coming on. I was well within warranty when this began with mileage at 35,736. The dealership has repaired it multiple times; replaced buckle tensors, replaced seat, harness, reran the codes, etc. To date, it is still not corrected after multiple attempt. I recently received a letter from kia corporation offering a final settlement to correct this issue. However, they would not answer my question in writing on whether or not this final fix would would work and if they would warranty this fix. I asked the dealership if the airbags would deploy upon accident. They said they do not know for sure, but it is likely they will not deploy. My airbag light is on again after the most recent repair which replaced the seat. I have paid for a majority of these fixed. Most important to me is our safety. Cannot afford to buy another car and with the airbag light on I am afraid trade in value would be reduced. In 2012 kia recalled almost 150,000 optimas and rondos for airbag issues. I respectfully ask that you consider the kia sportage airbag for recall.

Filed Apr 10, 2015 · Airbags · WI

The air bag light is on at times. I am concerned the air bags will not deploy in case of an accident.

Filed Sep 8, 2014 · Airbags, Seats · 95,000 miles · KS

The airbag light has come on twice in the past year. The dealer resets the code/light and claims I need to have the passenger seat replaced for approx. $2,000! There are other 2006 kia models that have been recalled for faulty passenger seats but not the sportage. My families safety is being compromised and this is a known issue that should have a recall. I shouldn't have to pay out of my own pocket to repair a faulty safety item. If it's a big enough issue to have a repair bulletin issued it should be recalled immediately.

Filed Dec 27, 2013 · Airbags · 70,000 miles · AZ

The airbag light turns on when someone is seated in the front passenger seat and does not turn off. This disengages the front airbags. The kia dealership has re-set the computer several times, but claims it is a bad sensor in the seat. The entire seat must be replaced.

Filed Nov 21, 2013 · Airbags · 25,000 miles · PA

Prior complaint filed for airbag light/sensor. My airbag light came on, went to the dealer, they tried to reset the light, it would not go off. Many complaints on the 2006 sportage airbag light & possible failure have been recorded with no safety recall, despite that kia recalled a number of other 2006 kia models for airbag failure. I do not know if my airbag will work. Told by dealer that I needed to replace my front seats both driver and passenger for a couple thousand dollars, however, dealer stated they would guarantee that after replacement of the car seats that the airbag problem would be fixed. Numerous complaints about the 2006 sportage airbag problem have been documented including accidents where the airbag has not worked and people have been injured. If kia can fix the airbag problem in other 2006 models why not the 2006 sportage - my safety is just as important as the folks with other 2006 kia models. The dealer will not guarantee repair/safety.

Filed Aug 14, 2013 · Airbags · 34,000 miles · CO

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 kia sportage. The contact stated that the air bag failed and the air bag warning light remained illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection where the dealer reset the air bag light however, the failure was not corrected. The approximate failure mileage was 34,000 and the approximate current mileage 34,400. Updated 09/06/13

Filed Jul 20, 2013 · Airbags · 94,000 miles · NY

I was driving the vehicle when the air bag light came on and stayed on. I made an appointment with the dealer to have it corrected. They performed a diagnostic testand told me that it might be a sensor they then reset the airbag light. Few days later the same thing happened. The air bag light has come on and has stayed on. From what I have gathered this seems to be a common problem with kias. The biggest problem is the costto having this repaired.