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BodyB1230

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Left seat back

22 brands affected · Description from Land Rover 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 22

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Ashok Leyland CVB1230No description available Body
Mercedes-BenzB1230No description available Body
BYDB1230Left cooling fin overheating BrandBody
CheryB1230Trunk control circuit BrandBody
DaewooB1230No description available Body
DFFSB1230No description available Body
GeelyB1230Rear Left Power Window Anti-Pinch Module Hall Sensor Fault BrandBody
GMB1230No description available Body
HoldenB1230Starter Performance BrandBody
HondaB1230No description available Body
HyundaiB1230No description available Body
Land RoverB1230Left seat back BrandBody
MahindraB1230No description available Body
MitsubishiB1230No description available Body
OpelB1230No description available Body
PeugeotB1230No description available Body
ProtonB1230No description available Body
SaabB1230No description available Body
MG (SAIC)B1230Trip Computer Button is Stuck BrandBody
SmartB1230No description available Body
SprinterB1230No description available Body
SuzukiB1230LH Knee airbag Disconnect 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 2

These 7-character codes are manufacturer-specific variants of B1230 and may be reported by some scan tools.

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Mercedes-BenzB123011PARKTRONIC sensor 8 has a malfunction. There is a short circuit to ground. BrandBody
Mercedes-BenzB123097PARKTRONIC sensor 8 has a malfunction. The system function is restricted. BrandBody

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