VW Up Airbag Warning Light: Safety System Alert

Having some experience with VW repairs, I faced a similar airbag warning light issue with my 2014 VW Polo. The restraint system warning light also stayed on continuously, causing concern about car safety. After checking with my workshop, they diagnosed a faulty wiring connection in the airbag system. The technician found a loose cable connector under the driver seat that was triggering the warning. The repair involved reconnecting and securing the airbag plug connection properly. Total cost was 95€ including diagnostic and repair work. Important to note that airbag repair should always be done by qualified technicians, as the restraint system is critical for passenger safety. Issues with airbag deployment can be dangerous if not addressed properly. To provide more specific advice about your Up: Has the warning light appeared suddenly or gradually? Have you had any recent work done near the seats or center console? Are there any airbag recall notices for your specific model? Does the warning light flicker or stay constant? This information would help determine if your issue is similar to what I experienced.

Thanks for your detailed reply regarding the airbag warning light. My warning light appeared suddenly after hitting a deep pothole. The light stays constant, no flickering. No recent work was done on the seats or console area. Had my last service at 132000km just 3 months ago, and everything was fine with the crash sensors and airbag systems then. The workshop did the regular safety checks including the restraint system inspection. I will take it to a certified technician to properly diagnose the airbag deployment system. Better safe than sorry when it comes to automotive safety components. Was hoping to get a rough idea of potential costs before booking the appointment.

Good to hear back about your airbag warning light situation. Based on your description of hitting a pothole, this sounds quite similar to what happened with my Polo, though mine was triggered by driving over a speed bump too fast. The sudden impact could have disrupted the airbag sensor connections or possibly affected the crash sensors. Since you mention having a recent service with safety checks, it is likely a connection issue rather than component failure in the restraint system. For reference, here is what my repair costs breakdown looked like: Diagnostic scan: 45€, Labor to check connections: 50€, Total: 95€ However, if the impact damaged the airbag sensor itself, costs could range from 150-300€ including parts and labor. The workshop will need to perform a full diagnostic of the airbag deployment system to be certain. Looking back at your service history and the sudden appearance after impact, I suspect you are dealing with a similar loose connection rather than a complete system failure. Still, getting it checked quickly is crucial since proper airbag function is essential for vehicle safety. Worth mentioning, while my repair was straightforward, make sure the technician also inspects the crash sensors around the impact area, as these are part of the complete restraint system.

Thanks again for sharing your experience and cost breakdown. The price range you mentioned helps set my expectations for the upcoming repair. I have scheduled an appointment with a certified workshop for next week to check the SRS light issue. Your situation does sound very similar to mine, especially since the airbag warning light also appeared after a sudden impact. Hoping it is just a loose connection that needs securing rather than damaged sensors or more complex airbag repairs. You made a good point about checking the crash sensors, I will specifically ask the technician to inspect those as well, given the pothole impact. The fact that all restraint system components were fine during my recent service gives me some confidence this might be a straightforward fix. Will update once I get the diagnostic results. Really appreciate the detailed information about your repair experience, as it helps understand what to expect during my workshop visit.