Fault code lookup

BodyB1277

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Fuel filler cap sensor failure

15 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 15

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Ashok Leyland CVB1277No description available Body
Mercedes-BenzB1277No description available Body
CheryB1277Passenger side curtain airbag resistance is high BrandBody
DaewooB1277Microphone Circuit Open BrandBody
DFFSB1277Fuel filler cap sensor failure BrandBody
GMB1277No description available Body
HoldenB1277Rear Defogger Circuit BrandBody
HondaB1277No description available Body
HyundaiB1277No description available Body
Land RoverB1277Reverse lamp BrandBody
OpelB1277No description available Body
PeugeotB1277No description available Body
ProtonB1277No description available Body
SaabB1277No description available Body
ToyotaB1277Fuel filler cap sensor failure 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 4

These 7-character codes are manufacturer-specific variants of B1277 and may be reported by some scan tools.

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Mercedes-BenzB127700No description available Body
SprinterB127700No description available Body
Mercedes-BenzB127755The maintenance program variant is unknown. - not configured BrandBody
SprinterB127755The maintenance program variant is unknown. - not configured BrandBody

6Related codes

Browse Bxxx codes or B127xx codes.

OpenDTC - independent fault code reference