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BodyB1012

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Internal module fault

34 brands affected · Description from Toyota data.

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

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

Do not assume this code is safe to drive. If it concerns the brakes, brake vacuum, charging/alternator, engine oil or coolant, have it diagnosed before driving. Airbags or seat belts may not work in a crash, and a brake or charging fault can leave the car unsafe or stranded. For convenience systems (windows, locks, climate), have it checked when convenient.

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 34

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Ashok Leyland CVB1012No description available Body
Mercedes-BenzB1012No description available Body
BYDB1012Outside temperature sensor high BrandBody
CheryB1012Relay burnout BrandBody
ChryslerB1012No description available Body
DaewooB1012No description available Body
DFFSB1012Internal module fault BrandBody
DFFXB1012Outside temperature sensor high BrandBody
DFXKB1012ECU internal fault BrandBody
FordB1012ECM (PCM) failure BrandBody
GeelyB1012Battery high voltage fault BrandBody
GMB1012No description available Body
Great WallB1012Outside temperature sensor high BrandBody
HafeiB1012Outside temperature sensor high BrandBody
HoldenB1012SIM Card PIN Incorrect BrandBody
HondaB1012No description available Body
IsuzuB1012No description available Body
Land RoverB1012Heated windshield switch BrandBody
MahindraB1012Passenger Front-Airbag 1 resistance value too low BrandBody
MaseratiB1012No description available Body
MazdaB1012ECM (PCM) failure BrandBody
MitsubishiB1012Outside temperature sensor high BrandBody
OpelB1012No description available Body
PeugeotB1012No description available Body
ProtonB1012Outside temperature sensor high BrandBody
SaabB1012No description available Body
MG (SAIC)B1012Chmsl Led Open Circuit BrandBody
SmartB1012No description available Body
SprinterB1012No description available Body
SubaruB1012No description available Body
SuzukiB1012Intermittent connection of SDM connector BrandBody
TataB1012Internal Module Fault BrandBody
ToyotaB1012Internal module fault BrandBody
VolkswagenB1012N198 - Rear centre belt tensioner igniter 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.

5Extended variant codes 3

These 7-character codes are manufacturer-specific variants of B1012 and may be reported by some scan tools.

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
SsangYongB101200GPS antenna circuit short BrandBody
SsangYongB101211Ambient temperature sensor circuit short to battery (+) BrandBody
SsangYongB101215Ambient temperature sensor circuit open or short to ground BrandBody

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