BodyB101E
CautionSeverity: Caution - get it checked when you can
G553 - Driver side seat position sensor
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
- Wiring or connector fault
- Faulty sensor or switch
- Water or corrosion in a connector
- Control module fault
- Low battery voltage
3Can I drive?
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 18
| Brand | Code | Description | System |
|---|---|---|---|
| BAIC Motor | B101E | Buckle Retractor Driver invalid configuration Brand | Body |
| Mercedes-Benz | B101E | No description available | Body |
| Chery | B101E | Loop open circuit Brand | Body |
| Daewoo | B101E | Vehicle Speed Signal Range/Performance Brand | Body |
| DFFS | B101E | Detonation 5 configuration invalid Brand | Body |
| GM | B101E | No description available | Body |
| Great Wall | B101E | Detonation circuit 5 invalid configuration Brand | Body |
| Holden | B101E | Electronic Control Unit Software Brand | Body |
| Isuzu | B101E | No description available | Body |
| Land Rover | B101E | Air conditioning switch Brand | Body |
| Maserati | B101E | No description available | Body |
| Opel | B101E | No description available | Body |
| Peugeot | B101E | No description available | Body |
| Saab | B101E | No description available | Body |
| Smart | B101E | No description available | Body |
| Sprinter | B101E | No description available | Body |
| Tata | B101E | No description available | Body |
| Volkswagen | B101E | G553 - Driver side seat position sensor Brand | Body |
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 B101E and may be reported by some scan tools.
| Brand | Code | Description | System |
|---|---|---|---|
| SsangYong | B101E00 | Connected Control Unit (CCU) internal abnormality: MICOM watchdog error Brand | Body |
| Mahindra | B101E04 | BT Module Communication Error Brand | Body |
| Mercedes-Benz | B101E91 | Sensor 2 of the pressure and temperature sensor for the refrigerant compressor of the roof-mounted air conditioning system has a malfunction. The parameter is outside the permissible range. Brand | Body |
6Related codes
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