The reversal of the wires could cause delay in the deployment of the air bag and increase the severity of the of injury to an unbelted driver in an accident.

Air Bags — Frontal — Sensor/Control Module-Inactive

Date Announced
FEB 12, 1990
Vehicles Affected
857
NHTSA Campaign #
90V031000
Summary
The forward sensor for the air bag may have been incorrectly constructed with part of the wiring harness to the sensor reversed.
Actions
Replace forward discriminating sensor as necessary.
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