Front Air Bag Sensor Control problems of the 2002 Chevrolet Impala

Two problems related to front air bag sensor control have been reported for the 2002 Chevrolet Impala. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2002 Chevrolet Impala based on all problems reported for the 2002 Impala.

1 Front Air Bag Sensor Control problem

Failure Date: 06/30/2009

The contact owns a 2002 Chevrolet Impala. While driving approximately 70 mph, the air bag warning indicator illuminated on the instrument panel. The warning indicator dimmed once the vehicle speed was reduced. The warning indicator remained illuminated after the engine was turned off for a short period of time. The dealer was unable to determine the cause of the failure. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic on three separate occasions for the same failure, but there were no resolutions. The failure mileage was 180,122 and current mileage was 180,652.

2 Front Air Bag Sensor Control problem

Failure Date: 01/02/2007

Dash indicator for airbag stays on. Dealer says computer module controlling airbag deployment defective and will not respond to diagnostics. Dealer says that control unit must be replaced at a cost of $557 parts and labor. Gm will only pay for part, leaving consumer with responsibility for $225.


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