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BodyB121B

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

IGBT 2 drive function failure

12 brands affected · Description from BYD 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 12

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
BYDB121BIGBT 2 drive function failure BrandBody
DaewooB121BNo description available Body
DFFSB121BTire under-inflation detection button failure BrandBody
GeelyB121BFront Row Right Side Side Airbag Igniter Resistance Low BrandBody
GMB121BNo description available Body
HoldenB121BNo description available Body
HondaB121BNo description available Body
Land RoverB121BNo description available Body
OpelB121BNo description available Body
PeugeotB121BNo description available Body
ProtonB121BNo description available Body
SaabB121BNo description available 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 9

These 7-character codes are manufacturer-specific variants of B121B and may be reported by some scan tools.

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
MahindraB121B11C-Pillar Left SRSU Short To Ground BrandBody
MahindraB121B12C-Pillar Left SRSU Short To Battery BrandBody
MahindraB121B13C-Pillar Left SRSU Open Circuit BrandBody
Mercedes-BenzB121B49Electrical expansion valve 'Exterior heat exchanger' has a malfunction. There is an internal electrical fault. BrandBody
MahindraB121B64C-Pillar Left SRSU Configuration Error BrandBody
MahindraB121B81C-Pillar Left SRSU Communication Error BrandBody
Mercedes-BenzB121B87Electrical expansion valve 'Exterior heat exchanger' has a malfunction. The message is missing. BrandBody
MahindraB121B96C-Pillar Left SRSU Internal Error BrandBody
Mercedes-BenzB121B98Electrical expansion valve 'Exterior heat exchanger' has a malfunction. The component or the system has overtemperature. BrandBody

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