One problem related to air bag light on has been reported for the 1996 GMC Sierra 1500. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Consumer bought a vehicle "as is", and for the first time I drove it, 3 hours after I bought it, the radiator blew. The garage that serviced the vehicle said the ball joints were ready to fall apart. The steering was very dangerous and the rear end made a humming noise. In addition, the engine light and air bag light came on. He said the vehicle should not have been on the road. The seller will not repair or reimburse for any of the defects.
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