Front Air Bag Sensor Control problems of the 1999 Ford Taurus

Two problems related to front air bag sensor control have been reported for the 1999 Ford Taurus. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Front Air Bag Sensor Control problem

Failure Date: 07/26/2006

: the contact stated that the air bag warning light illuminated intermittently. The vehicle was taken to a service dealer where it was determined that the control module needed to be replaced. Updated 8/16/2006 - the dealer also replaced the air bag monitor.

2 Front Air Bag Sensor Control problem

Failure Date: 08/04/2002

Air bag sensor light comes on and stays on all day. Could cause premature or no deployment of the air bag. Dealer contacted. The air bag sensor light is operating normally. The dealer feels it is a short in the system. The dealer is unsure but, suggests that the module and sensor be replaced. Ford is not accepting responsibility for this because it is over the warranty.


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