Front Air Bag Sensor Control problems of the 2001 Volkswagen GTI

Two problems related to front air bag sensor control have been reported for the 2001 Volkswagen GTI. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Front Air Bag Sensor Control problem

Failure Date: 06/18/2007

The contact owns a 2001 Volkswagen Gti. While driving 70 mph, the air bags deployed without warning. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who determined that the air bag module was defective. The vehicle is currently at the dealer. The current and failure mileages were 85,000.

2 Front Air Bag Sensor Control problem

Failure Date: 12/15/2000

Air bag sensor light stayed on. Vehicle been into dealer on two occasions, and problem still reoccurring. The fog light burn out while the vehicle was new. Also, the interior lights were defective. Check engine light comes on repeatdly and fuse panel replaced. Fuel pump relay replaced .


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