Red Person seated with a deployed airbag circle in front Light: Airbag Warning Light Warning Light
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Check Soon
The Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) has detected a fault. Airbags may not deploy in a collision.
📋 What This Light Means
| Light Color | Red |
| Symbol | Person seated with a deployed airbag circle in front |
| Meaning | The Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) has detected a fault. Airbags may not deploy in a collision. |
| Urgency | Check Soon |
🛑 What to Do When This Light Comes On
Step 1: Have the SRS system diagnosed as soon as possible. In a collision your airbags may not deploy. This is a critical safety system — do not delay repair.
⚠️ What happens if you ignore this light: If you are in a collision with this light on your airbags may not deploy. This can be the difference between walking away and a fatal injury.
🛠️ Technician's Notes: Common causes: failed clock spring in steering wheel; damaged seat belt pretensioner; water damage under seats; dead SRS backup battery.
📚 Data Sources: Warning light information compiled from SAE J2402 dashboard symbol standards, NHTSA vehicle safety regulations, OEM owner's manuals, and ASE master technician field experience. Different vehicle makes may display slightly different symbols. Always consult your owner's manual for make-specific warnings.