BMW 6 Airbag Light Won't Turn Off, Solutions Needed

I had a similar issue with my 2015 BMW 5 diesel. The airbag warning light kept showing up, and the diagnostic revealed a faulty cable connection in the driver's airbag assembly. Initially thought it was just a sensor, but turned out the wiring harness under the seat had some wear and tear. Had it fixed at an authorized service center, wasn't taking chances with airbag systems since they're critical safety components. The technician showed me how the cable insulation had deteriorated and created a poor connection. They replaced the complete wiring harness and reset the system. Not something you want to postpone fixing. In my case, the repair was pretty straightforward, though it needed specialized diagnostic equipment. Make sure whoever works on it has proper BMW certification and experience with airbag systems. If you're like me, you'll want this done right the first time.

Hey, thanks for sharing your experience! I actually had the exact same problem with the wiring harness on my 6 last year. You're spot on about not taking chances with airbag repairs. Just wondering, do you remember roughly how much you ended up paying for the fix? Also, has everything been working fine since then, or have you noticed any other electrical quirks popping up? Always good to know what to watch out for with these things.

Hey there! Glad to help with the follow-up. After getting it fixed at the shop, I'm happy to report the airbag system has been working perfectly, no more warning lights or issues whatsoever. The final bill came to 95 € for fixing the faulty cable connection, which honestly wasn't as bad as I initially feared. They basically found a damaged connector that was causing the whole problem. No electrical gremlins or other quirks since the repair, which is a relief. The diagnostic equipment they used really helped pinpoint the exact issue, saving time and unnecessary parts replacement. It's been about 8 months now, and everything's still running smoothly. These BMWs can be finicky with their electronics, but once you get the right fix, they're solid. Just keep an eye on your warning lights, if anything else pops up, better to get it checked early. But honestly, with these airbag systems, once they're properly fixed, they tend to stay fixed. Have you noticed any other warning lights since your repair last year?

Thanks for the detailed follow-up! Actually, my story turned out quite different. After reading your response, I finally took my car to a certified BMW specialist yesterday. Turns out my issue wasn't the wiring harness, they found a faulty airbag sensor that was triggering the warning light. The mechanic was super thorough and showed me exactly what was wrong. The repair cost me more than yours, about 280 for the sensor replacement and labor, but honestly, I'm just relieved it's fixed. The mechanic tested everything multiple times and explained that these sensors can fail due to age and vibration. Got to say, I'm really happy with how transparent they were about the whole process. You're right about fixing these safety issues promptly, I probably should've done this sooner. The car's running perfectly now, and that annoying warning light is finally gone. Lesson learned about not putting off these kinds of repairs! Thanks again for pushing me to get it checked out properly.