Audi S1 SRS Warning Light Signals Restraint System Fault

Having experienced something similar with my 2012 Audi A1, I can share some relevant insights about vehicle safety systems. After the airbag warning light stayed on, I initially feared a major fault in the crash sensor system. With some experience working on basic car maintenance, I took it to a certified workshop where they diagnosed the issue using specialized diagnostic equipment. The problem turned out to be a loose connection in the wiring harness under the driver seat, affecting the airbag sensor communication. The total repair cost was 95 Euro, which covered diagnostic time and fixing the cable connection. This was much better than replacing the entire crash sensor unit, which I initially worried might be necessary. This type of issue with automotive safety systems shouldnt be ignored, as it affects the proper functioning of your airbag system. Based on similar cases, these problems can range from simple connection issues to more complex airbag sensor malfunctions. Before suggesting more specific solutions, could you share: Have you had any recent work done near the seats or center console? Did the light come on suddenly or intermittently at first? Have you noticed any other warning lights or unusual behavior? Has the vehicle been involved in any minor impacts recently?

After getting my car serviced last week at 95786 KM, I noticed the airbag warning light started appearing. Based on your experience, this does sound quite similar. The light came on suddenly after the service without any prior warning signs or impacts. I checked under the seat and noticed the cable seems to have been disturbed, possibly during the service work. No other warning lights are showing on the dashboard. Before booking an airbag repair appointment, I will first ask the service center to check if they accidentally disturbed any connections while working on the car. This makes sense since automotive safety components are sensitive to wiring disruptions. Good to know it might just be a connection issue rather than a complete crash sensor failure. I will update once I hear back from the service center.

This definitely sounds like the same issue I encountered. Since the warning light appeared right after servicing, its likely they disturbed the wiring harness during maintenance. The restraint system is quite sensitive to any cable disturbances, especially around the seat area where the airbag sensor connections are located. The timing of your warning light matches the pattern, appearing suddenly after work was done near the components. When my airbag warning came on, the loose connection was also traced back to recent maintenance work. Its a common occurrence when technicians need to move seats or access areas around the center console. The crash sensor system in these models uses several connection points under the seats, and even slight movement can affect the airbag deployment circuit. Since no other warning lights are showing, this reinforces my suspicion that its a connection issue rather than a failed sensor. The service center should check this under warranty since the issue appeared directly after their work. When they verify the restraint system, they should focus on the wiring harness connections, particularly the ones they might have accessed during the service. For comparison, my repair was straightforward once they identified the exact connection point. The diagnostic scan should quickly pinpoint if its indeed just a disturbed cable in the automotive safety system.

Thanks for following up on my airbag warning light issue. You make a very valid point about warranty coverage since this vehicle safety problem started right after their service work. I just called the service center and they agreed to check it tomorrow at no cost. The service manager acknowledged they had to move the seats during the recent maintenance, which could have affected the airbag sensor connections. I feel more confident now knowing this is likely a straightforward wiring issue rather than a major airbag repair job. The car safety system being sensitive to cable disturbances makes perfect sense. I will make sure they properly secure all connections during the fix to prevent this from happening again. I appreciate the detailed information about your similar experience. It helped me avoid unnecessary worry about a complete crash sensor replacement. Will post an update after they inspect the restraint system connections tomorrow.