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BodyB0023

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Front right airbag ignition circuit (single stage or stage 1) resistance too high

14 brands affected · Description from Chery data.

Key terms: Control module: a small computer that runs one part of the car

Safety: This code relates to the airbag or seat-belt restraint system. An airbag may not deploy in a crash.

1What it means in plain English

A body system has a fault. Depending on the make, this range can include airbags and seat belts, windows, locks and climate control, and also charging, brake, oil or coolant sensors.

2Common causes

  1. Wiring or connector fault
  2. Faulty sensor or switch
  3. Water or corrosion in a connector
  4. Control module fault
  5. Low battery voltage

3Can I drive?

Caution · drive with care

The airbag may not deploy in a crash. Have it checked by a qualified technician; do not work on airbag wiring yourself.

This page gives general information. It is not professional advice. For a definite diagnosis and a repair quote, ask a qualified mechanic to inspect the car.

4Brand data 14

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Mercedes-BenzB0023No description available Body
CheryB0023Front right airbag ignition circuit (single stage or stage 1) resistance too high BrandBody
DaewooB0023Passenger Pretensioner Circuit High Resistance BrandBody
DFXKB0023Driver's belt pretensioner squib resistance high BrandBody
GMB0023No description available Body
HoldenB0023Right Roof Rail Air Bag Deployment Loop BrandBody
IsuzuB0023No description available Body
OpelB0023No description available Body
PeugeotB0023No description available Body
SaabB0023No description available Body
MG (SAIC)B0023Rear Load Sensor Failure BrandBody
SmartB0023No description available Body
SprinterB0023No description available Body
SWM MotorB0023Driver seat belt pretensioner igniter has high resistance BrandBody

Legend: SAE is the generic J2012 description; Brand is text taken from that manufacturer’s data. Manufacturer rows keep the wording and language of the source data, and non-English text is tagged so screen readers pronounce it correctly.

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