What does it mean that the seat belt does not light up the warning light?

A non-burning seat belt alerts you when it detects an important safety issue: your seat belt is not fastened.

Seat belts are one of the most important safety features in your vehicle. Seat belts help prevent too much movement in the seat while driving. This is especially true in the event of a collision where the seat belt will lock and keep you in the seat even if the vehicle rolls over.

Because automakers want you to stay safe, every car these days has a seat belt warning light. This warning light reminds the driver and sometimes the front passenger to fasten their seat belts while the vehicle is in motion.

What does an off seat belt light mean?

There is a switch inside the driver's seat belt buckle that is activated when the seat belt is fastened and unfastened. The car's computer monitors the switch and can tell when the driver has not fastened their seat belt.

When you start the engine, the seat belt indicator will usually flash for a few seconds even if the seat belt is already fastened. Most vehicles also use a horn as an additional reminder to fasten your seat belt. If the seat belt is fastened, the indicator should remain off. If you don't fasten your seatbelt and start moving, most cars will flash and honk at you until your seatbelt is fastened. Sometimes the seat belt switch can get stuck or broken and the light won't turn off. Clean the buckle or replace it if necessary and everything should be back to normal.

Is it safe to drive without wearing a seat belt?

While your vehicle's handling will not be affected, your safety is at much greater risk in the event of an accident. In addition to the risk of a fine from the police, seat belts are known to save lives, so why take the risk?

If your seat belt indicator does not turn off, our certified technicians can help you identify any problems.