The passenger airbag indicator goes on and off with person in passenger seat. We first noticed this summer 2023. It has gotten worse. Now a passenger can shift weight slightly one way or another and cause the indicator status to change which disables the airbag. Dealer also confirmed (4/16/24) dtc code b0081(internal malfunction with passenger presence module). I have recently learned there was a warranty extension for this failure (which had expired) which i was unaware of. I now have a vehicle which i feel is unsafe to travel with a passenger! If gm is aware of the problem and the dealer (imperial chevrolet) has charged me $160 diagnostic fee for a known problem and tells me it will cost approx. $1,800 to repair/replace the sensor and module.
| VIN Pattern | 1G4PP5SK*C4****** |
| Manufacturer | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
| Make | BUICK |
| Model | Verano |
| Model Year | 2012 |
| Series | Convenience Package 1 |
| Body Class | Sedan/Saloon |
| Vehicle Type | PASSENGER CAR |
| Engine Model | LEA |
| Engine Displacement (L) | 2.4 |
| Engine Displacement (CC) | 2400 |
| Engine Displacement (CI) | 146.457 |
| Other Engine Info | Book Code: P, 0G. E85 Max. Aluminum. |
| Primary Fuel Type | Gasoline |
| Front Air Bags | 1st Row (Driver and Passenger) |
| Knee Air Bags | 1st Row (Driver and Passenger) |
| Side Air Bag | 1st and 2nd Rows |
| Curtain Air Bags | All Rows |
| Seat Belts | Manual |
| Plant Company Name | GMNA |
| Plant City | ORION |
| Plant State | MICHIGAN |
| Plant Country | UNITED STATES (USA) |