the passenger seat air bag sensor was recalled. I took the car to dealer and they said they fixed the recall. now 3 years later, if a passenger sits in the seat the light comes on saying air bag sensor is ON one second later the light says the air bag sensor is OFF and the red air bag light in the dash comes on. -Should GM be responsible to repair it again at no charge ?
2008 Saturn Sky: airbag warning light
32 of the 186 complaints about the 2008 Saturn Sky describe airbag warning light.
- owner complaints
- 32
- of this car's complaints
- 17%
- typical repair cost reported
- $1,000
- typical mileage
- 38,600
- recalls
- 2
Is there a fix? There are 2 recalls and 4 service bulletins for this area of the car. See below
Airbag warning light by model year
What owners say
The contact owns a 2008 Saturn Sky. The contact stated that the air bag warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the module kit, the OCS sensor, and the four retainers were faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the vehicle was previously repaired under the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 17V061000 (Air Bags); however, the vehicle had experienced the failure stated in the recall. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 120,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 saturn sky. The contact stated while starting the vehicle, the front passenger's air bag warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and was informed that the air bags sensor needed to be replaced. The vehicle was diagnosed and repaired. A dealer was not contacted. Upon investigation, the contact associated the failure with the federal safety agency campaign number: 17v061000 (air bags) however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer had not been informed of failure. The failure mileage was 25,000. *bf
Took vehicle in for recall on passenger presence sensor. Recall #17036. Now, vehicle displays a airbag warning light. It had never displayed a warning light prior to recall.
Airbag warning light came on. We bought vehicle 8/21/2018 with 26639 miles. We took it to gm dealer to have new key fob programed and they told us about the recall and we took it in for that which the warning light had never came on before they worked on it and now it has.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 saturn sky. The contact stated that the air bag warning indicator illuminated and remained lit, which was a safety concern. The contact stated that the vehicle was previously repaired per the federal safety agency campaign number: 17v061000(air bags) by conklin chevrolet salina (2700 s 9th st, salina, ks 67401). The manufacturer was notified and stated that gmc would cover the remedy; however, the parts were unavailable. The failure mileage was approximately 55,000. **tr consumer stated with regard to the complaint ref. #11123833 and paperwork/ questionnaire, I have called the vsh hotline today (ref.1272456) to report that the repair was completed on my vehicle 9/18/2018 and the charges made the dealership refunded. Updated 10/26/18
I have received the second letter in regards to the 17036 recall on the passenger airbag light not working. According to the website and the dealer a fix isn't available, but according to the letter and customer service at saturn a temporary fix is. I have been getting the run around with saturn they call the dealership and set me up with an appointment and when I went there the dealer had no available information for this recall. Called saturn again today and got the same story she called the dealer and said they would call me right back after they order the part. The dealer did call me right back but said the part wasn't available yet for them to order and to wait until I get the final notice. I am tired of saturn giving me the wrong information and being sent on a wild goose chase. My light isn't working at this time so I have no idea what impact that has on the airbag whether it would deploy or not if I needed it. I hope we never have to find this out the hard way.
My cars air bag light came on I took it to the dealer and it would not pass state inspection due to the passenger module sensor. I had to pay over 900 dollars to get it fixed. I have heard multiply people complaining about the same issue. Therefore I think there should be a recall. I did nothing to cause this failure to happen yet I am responsible to pay for it.
I have a 2008 saturn sky with 42000 miles after starting the car the airbag warning light came on and the passenger airbag is turned off light was on, after having it looked at was told it had a body code b0081 defective passenger seat pressure sensor. This repair would cost 1000.00 to repair and it has no recall on it and it will happen again in time. General motors has a recall on the ignition switch and the airbags may not work in a crash it was a safety problem, well this is a safety problem with the airbags disabled and general motors will not own up to the sensor defect until someone gets hurt or is dead
Passenger pressent sensor has failed in passanger seat. Service air bag light on in dic. Passanger air bag will not deploy in an accedent according to owners manual. Passengers will be unprotected in event of crash.
Service air bag light is on when engine starts & won't turn off. Had replaced.
Passenger pressent sensor has failed in passanger seat. Service air bag light on in dic. Passanger air bag will not deploy in an accedent according to owners manual.
Service bulletins that may apply
Related recalls
Air bags: sensor: occupant classification
- What is wrong
- General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2006-2010 Pontiac Solstice and 2007-2010 Saturn Sky vehicles. The Passenger Air Bag Suppression System (PPS) sensor may become bent or damaged within the front passenger seat, possibly disabling the front passenger air bag.
- Risk
- In the event of a crash, if the front passenger air bag does not deploy as intended, the front passenger has an increased risk of injury.
- Remedy
- The remedy for this recall is still under development. A permanent remedy is currently under development. The recall began February 26, 2018. Owners may contact Pontiac customer service at 1‑800‑762‑2737 or Saturn customer service at 1‑800‑553‑6000. GM's number for this recall is 17036.
Recall number 17V061000 · Recall details
Air bags
- What is wrong
- This defect can affect the safe operation of the airbag system. Until this recall is performed, customers should remove all items from their key rings, leaving only the ignition key. The key fob (if applicable), should also be removed from the key ring. General Motors LLC (GM) notified the agency on February 10, 2014 that they are recalling 619,122 model year 2005-2007 Chevrolet Cobalt, and 2007 Pontiac G5 vehicles. On February 25, 2014, GM increased the recall to include an additional 748,024 model year 2006-2007 Chevrolet HHR and Pontiac Solstice vehicles and 2003-2007 Saturn Ion vehicles and 2007 Saturn Sky vehicles. In these models, the weight on the key ring and/or road conditions or some other jarring event may cause the ignition switch to move out of the run position, turning off the engine. On March 27, 2014, GM notified the agency that the defective ignition switches may have been used as service replacement parts on other vehicles, and as a result GM will be recalling certain model year 2008-2010 Chevrolet Cobalt, Saturn Sky, and Pontiac G5 and Solstice, and 2008-2011 Chevrolet HHR vehicles. The part numbers for the service parts are 10392423 (a/k/a ACDelco D1461F), 10392737, 15857948, 15854953, 15896640, and 25846762. This expansion represents an additional 823,788 vehicles.
- Risk
- If the key is not in the run position, the air bags may not deploy if the vehicle is involved in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ignition switch, free of charge. An interim notification was issued to owners of 2007 and earlier models on March 10, 2014, informing them of the safety defect. Owners of 2008 and later vehicles will be mailed an interim letter on April 21, 2014. All affected owners will receive another letter once parts are available. The recall began on April 18, 2014. Owners may contact Chevrolet at 1‑800‑222‑1020, Pontiac at 1‑800‑762‑2737 or Saturn at 1‑800‑553‑6000. GM's number for the initial recall is 13454 and 14063 for the expansion. GMs recall number for the vehicles that may have received the replacement parts is 14092. Note: Until the recall repairs have been performed, it is very important that customers remove all items from their key rings, leaving only the vehicle key. The key fob (if applicable), should also be removed from the key ring. Always wear your seatbelt.
Recall number 14V047000 · Recall details
Questions about the 2008 Saturn Sky airbag light
Is airbag warning light a common problem on the 2008 Saturn Sky?
32 of 186 owner complaints about the 2008 Saturn Sky (17%) mention airbag warning light. The model year with the most reports is 2007.
How much does it cost to fix airbag warning light on the 2008 Saturn Sky?
Owners who mentioned a price put the repair at about $1,000 (median of 8 complaints that include a dollar amount). Costs vary with mileage, warranty and where the work is done.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2008 Saturn Sky?
There are 2 recalls and 4 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
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