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BodyB0026

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Front Airbag Driver Loop Open

15 brands affected · Description from BAIC Motor 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 15

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
BAIC MotorB0026Front Airbag Driver Loop Open BrandBody
Mercedes-BenzB0026No description available Body
CheryB0026Driver's airbag is open BrandBody
DaewooB0026Driver Airbag Squib Circuit High Resistance BrandBody
DFXKB0026Driver airbag open circuit BrandBody
GeelyB0026Driver airbag open circuit BrandBody
GMB0026No description available Body
HoldenB0026Driver Frontal Deployment Loop Open BrandBody
IsuzuB0026No description available Body
OpelB0026No description available Body
PeugeotB0026No description available Body
SaabB0026SIR 26 Atual BrandBody
MG (SAIC)B0026Column Tilt Feedback Loss BrandBody
SmartB0026No description available Body
SWM MotorB0026Driver airbag is open 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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