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The reason why the passenger seatbelt alarm is triggered even when the seat is empty.

Model: Subaru Forester MK 4, SJ - Years: 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019
Part: Checks and maintenance

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In this video, a couple of reasons are given for why the passenger seatbelt alarm might sound even if there is no one in the seat. A heavy bag, says the YouTuber: 30 pounds is about 15 kg; or an electronic cable, especially if connected, or an electronic device placed on the seat: this too, especially if connected.

It is also worth mentioning that the weight sensor might be malfunctioning and could register weights even lower than 15 kg (this can happen); or the seat might have been removed without properly reconnecting the connector. The temporary solution that the YouTuber suggests is indeed the right one: buckling the seatbelt will silence the chime!


Posted on 24 January 2026 by ScegliAuto


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