BodyB1208

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Parking assist function configuration fault

23 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

Wiring or connector fault
Faulty sensor or switch
Water or corrosion in a connector
Control module fault
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 23

Brand	Code	Description	System
Ashok Leyland CV	B1208	No description available	Body
Mercedes-Benz	B1208	No description available	Body
Chery	B1208	Rear left window up control circuit Brand	Body
Daewoo	B1208	No description available	Body
DFFS	B1208	Parking assist function configuration fault Brand	Body
Geely	B1208	Front Passenger Igniter Resistance Low Brand	Body
GM	B1208	No description available	Body
Holden	B1208	No description available	Body
Honda	B1208	No description available	Body
Hyundai	B1208	No description available	Body
Land Rover	B1208	Driver Seat Cushion Temperature Sensor Brand	Body
Maserati	B1208	Anti-theft Indicator-Circuit Short to Battery or Open Brand	Body
Mitsubishi	B1208	LCD heater Brand	Body
Opel	B1208	No description available	Body
Peugeot	B1208	No description available	Body
Proton	B1208	LCD heater Brand	Body
Saab	B1208	No description available	Body
Smart	B1208	No description available	Body
Sprinter	B1208	No description available	Body
Suzuki	B1208	Front Right sensor crush detected Brand	Body
SWM Motor	B1208	The outside temperature sensor circuit is open or short circuit to the power supply Brand	Body
Tata	B1208	Wiper Rear Park Sense Input Circuit Failure Brand	Body
Toyota	B1208	Parking assist function configuration fault 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 13

These 7-character codes are manufacturer-specific variants of B1208 and may be reported by some scan tools.

Brand	Code	Description	System
SsangYong	B120800	Battery voltage value too high Brand	Body
Mercedes-Benz	B120801	Das Heizkissen 'Nackenkissen' hat Funktionsstörung. Es liegt ein allgemeiner elektrischer Fehler vor. Brand	Body
Mahindra	B120801	Left Side Airbag - Cross Connect Brand	Body
Mahindra	B120811	Passenger Side Airbag - Short To Ground Brand	Body
Mahindra	B120812	Passenger Side Airbag - Short To Battery Brand	Body
Mahindra	B120813	Passenger Side Airbag - High Resistance Brand	Body
Mahindra	B120819	Passenger Side Airbag - Cross Connect Brand	Body
Mahindra	B12081A	Passenger Side Airbag - Low Resistance Brand	Body
Mahindra	B12081B	Left Side Airbag - High Resistance Brand	Body
SsangYong	B12081C	Battery voltage value too high Brand	Body
Mercedes-Benz	B12084B	Heater pad 'Neck cushion' has a malfunction. There is a fault due to overtemperature. Brand	Body
Mahindra	B120855	Passenger Side Airbag Configuration Error Brand	Body
Mahindra	B120864	Left Side Airbag Unexpected Squib Brand	Body

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