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Why Is My Airbag Light On?

Why Is My Airbag Light On?

  You should never ignore the airbag light when it appears on your Mercedes-Benz's dashboard. In case of an accident, the airbags are a vital safety feature that could save your life and that of your passengers. If you see your airbag light is on, it could be one of the following issues: Deployment Issues If you see the airbag light, it could be a sign of problems with the vehicle's Supplemental Restraint System (SRS). It means the airbags will not deploy in case of an accident. One or more of the airbags failing to open during a collision could be deadly. The airbags could still deploy even when there is an SRS problem, but it is best not to take a chance. Seat Belts A car's SRS is responsible for collision sensors, airbags, and seatbelt pretensioners. During an accident, the sensor will detect the forward momentum and lock the seatbelt pretensioners to keep you in your seat. An issue with the pretensions will be signaled by the airbag light. When you see the sig ... read more