Front Air Bag Sensor Control problems of the 2008 Buick Lacrosse

Air bag sensor malfunctions for both driver and passenger. Sometimes it works normally, sometimes it fails for passenger or driver or both. Occasionally it will function normally after driving about 15 minutes. This issue dates back to November 1, 2007.

The contact owns a 2008 Buick Lacrosse. The contact was experiencing extreme difficulty with the front passenger seat air bag system sensor. He has a health condition that has affected his height and uses a seat cushion in the vehicle. While in the driver seat, the cushion is fine but when he rides in the passenger seat, he is unable to use the cushion because it sets off the sensor and deactivates the air bag. This is a safety concern because he is unable to ride in the passenger side of his vehicle with a working air bag. The manufacturer was unable to provide assistance. As of may 16, 2008, the sensor has not been deactivated. The failure and current mileages were 200. Updated 06/16/08.

The contact owns a 2008 Buick Lacrosse. The passenger side air bag has an indicator light that is either off or on when a passenger is seated in the seat. The light illuminates when an occupant is seated in the seat. The dealer stated that the passengers are not heavy enough and should weigh at least 80 lbs. The contact stated that his wife weighs more than 80 lbs. The dealer stated that nothing could be done to correct the defect. The failure mileage was 12 and current mileage was 1,500. Updated 02-19-08 updated 02/19/08.